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The theories of aging was reinforced with our encyclopedia assignment we were required to do. Also the required reading of Grossman and Lange Article: Theories of aging are basis for assessment.

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Before taking this class I did not know there were different theories on aging. I just thought it was a normal part of life we get older and our bodies naturally get weaker. I liked learning the plethora of different theories behind why we age. In the clinical setting I can use this knowledge to better care for my elderly patients by understanding what their needs are more than someone who is in their 20s.

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One learning objective that relates to number 2 is ageism which was discussed in week two. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnp3T4Yzaws  This is the Video that we went over in class that related to this topic.

Also this article The Sterotypes of Aging: Their Effects on The Health of Older Adults.
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/jger/2015/954027/
This learning objective discusses some of the stereotypes elders face.

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Although I did notice that elderly people were not always respected in our culture this learning objective just reinforced that issue. I have seen it for myself before in the hospitals. My takeaway from this and how I can use it in the clinical setting is to be more self aware and understand that every person is capable and everyone was young at some point. We shouldn't age define us.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6SCwLvOVdk
This video in week three we were required to watch discusses chronic conditions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oEFtzdoiRM
This video we were required to watch about atypical presentations of illnesses in the elderly.

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I have been familiar with chronic/acute conditions since I frequently worked with patients over the age of 50 and most of them had at least one chronic condition. As for atypical presentations of illnesses I was only familiar with confusion in elderly patients when they have a UTI. After learning about multiple different atypical presentations I feel I will be more aware when I have an elderly patient showing s/s and we are having trouble trying to figure it out. I will be able to research atypical signs and symptoms and make suggestions for something else than what it is appearing as.

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https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/geriatrics/social-issues-in-the-elderly/intimacy-and-older-adults
In this article in week five intimacy among the elderly is discussed.

Also the week five discussion forum I created a PowerPoint relating to sexual health in the elderly population.

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After learning about different life transitions and how elderly people are still intimate with there partner it is important as a healthcare professional to be open with their patients. It is important to have those conversations with patients about safe sex and to not assume that elderly people are not sexually active.

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https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/elder-abuse-and-neglect.htm
In week two we discussed elder abuse and neglect. Which is discussed in the article that was required reading.

https://www.asaging.org/blog/ethical-caregiving-and-protecting-elders
Also this website from week 2 that give advice to caregivers of and elder.

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After learning about elder abuse and caregiver fatigue it is important to be more aware when caring for an elderly patient who depends on family members. Using this in the clinical setting I would be able to give resources to families that are experiencing care giver fatigue to help prevent potentially bad situations for the elder.

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In week four we were required to watch a video about pain in the elderly population and how they experience pain differently.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67NlqI-e9Fg

The second is from week three and it is the HELP program that is a organization that helps provides the safest care to an elder while in the hospital.

https://www.hospitalelderlifeprogram.org/about/

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After learning about elders experiencing pain differently and more severe it is important to manage their pain while they are your patient. Some doctors may not want to prescribe strong pain medication to elderly patients and may only prescribe Tylenol as a nurse and learning how elderly peoples pain is not relieved while in care at the hospital it is important to advocate for them.

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https://www.sigot.org/allegato_docs/1057_Beers-Criteria.pdf

This learning objective in week four related to poly-pharmacy and our Pharmacology assignment that was due in week four both related to the importance of effective communication. When their is not effective communication amoungst healthcare professionals and patients it can cause adverse medication reactions.

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After learning how many elders are effected by poly-pharmacy it was quite concerning to me. I can take this understanding into my clinical setting by teaching my patients and families about the hazards of taking OTC medications without talking to their doctors first since there are so many possible reactions that can occur.

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http://web28.streamhoster.com/apfmdev/apfm_ebook_guide-to-senior-housing_final.pdf
This required learning activity gave information on different options of housing available to elders and their families.

https://www.ted.com/talks/bj_miller_what_really_matters_at_the_end_of_life/up-next
This video from week six from Ted Talk about the end of life.

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Learning about different housing options for elders depending on their level of care needed will provide me with knowledge I can share with caregivers who may need this information. Also learning about the end of life and how it should be talked about and discussed was important for me to learn there are too many times when family members are surprised and not prepared when their very sick loved one passes away.

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https://www.nuemd.com/news/2017/05/04/6-benefits-telemedicine-seniors
https://www.kiplinger.com/article/retirement/T057-C000-S004-technology-helps-seniors-remain-at-home.html

These two required leanings from week two showed new ways that families are able to care for their loved one at home with the use of technology.

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After learning about technology elders can benefit from it was quite surprising to me since I did not know a lot of it existed. Such as a pill dispenser that is automatic and dispenses pills to the patient as well as reminds them to take them. This knowledge will help me in the clinical setting by being able to provide knowledge to my patients and families about different options that can utilize to keep their loved one safe.