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Health Assessment

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Course Syllabus

  1. Introduction to Gerontology and Theories of Aging
  2. Erikson's Theory and Life Review in Older Adults
  3. Specialized Approach to Older Adult Assessment
  4. Functional Assessment in Older Adults
  5. Physiological Assessment: Vital Signs and General Appearance
  6. Integumentary System Assessment in Older Adults
  7. Connecting Theory to Practice: Comprehensive Case Studies
  8. Ethical Considerations and Communication Strategies
  9. Review and Examination Preparation

Study Notes

Introduction to Gerontology and Theories of Aging

Gerontology is the scientific study of old age, the process of aging, and the particular problems that older people face. It’s broader than geriatrics, which is the branch of medicine focused on the health care of older adults. You'll often deal with both, but remember gerontology gives you the bigger picture.

We categorize theories of aging into a few main groups to make sense of them:

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