Wrinkles and Wrecks: Handling Trauma in the Senior Years
- Speaker:
- Lisa Hollett Evenbly, BSN, MA, RN, MICN, TCRN
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 11 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
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Sep 13, 2024
- Product Code:
- POS078907
- Media Type:
- Digital Seminar
Description
Designed to provide healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges associated with managing trauma in the geriatric population. Using a case study approach, It covers the reasons behind the increased risk and complications of trauma in older adults, management strategies tailored for geriatric patients, and the importance of interprofessional collaboration in improving patient outcomes.
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Handouts/Brochure
| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - Wrinkles and Wrecks (1.7 MB) | 42 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Speaker
Lisa Hollett Evenbly, BSN, MA, RN, MICN, TCRN Related seminars and products
Lisa Hollett Evenbly, BSN, MA, RN, MICN, TCRN, is a trauma performance improvement nurse with over 40 years of experience in emergency, trauma, EMS and education. She has been teaching and speaking at conferences since 1986 and has experience in textbook review and has authored several test banks for EMS and nursing textbooks.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Lisa Hollett Evenbly maintains a private practice and has employment relationships with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital and DHR Health. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Lisa Hollett Evenbly is a member of the Society of Trauma Nurses and Emergency Nurses Association.
Additional Info
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Objectives
- Analyze why the geriatric population is at risk for trauma with higher risk of complications or death.
- Identify management considerations for geriatric trauma patients.
- Explain why careful planning and discussion amongst interprofessional team members involved in the management of geriatric trauma patients will improve outcomes.
Outline
Introduction to Geriatric Trauma
- Definition and scope of trauma in the geriatric population
- Epidemiology and statistics on geriatric trauma
- Factors Contributing to Increased Risk
Physiological changes with aging
- Common geriatric conditions that affect trauma risk (e.g., osteoporosis, frailty)
- Polypharmacy and its impact on trauma outcomes
Higher Risk of Complications and Death
- Common complications in geriatric trauma patients (e.g., infections, delayed healing)
- Understanding the impact of comorbidities
Management Considerations for Geriatric Trauma Patients
- Geriatric-specific assessment tools
- Prioritizing interventions based on age-related factors
- Pain management considerations
- Surgical and non-surgical management
- Monitoring and addressing complications unique to the elderly
- Considerations for discharge planning
- End of life considerations
Geriatric Trauma Care Team
- Understanding each team member’s role and contributions
- Strategies for enhancing communication within the team
- Improving Outcomes through Team-Based Care
Target Audience
- Nurses
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Physicians
- Clinical Nurse Specialists
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