Needs of the Geriatric Patient (CE: 1.0)

Description: 

This course covers the specific needs of the geriatric population. Learners are encouraged to consider how aging affects the various parts of the body and how best to work with geriatric patients.

Learning Objectives:

• Explore the effects of aging on various parts of the body 
• Review the aging process 
• Discuss the specific duties of Medical Assistants and Phlebotomists.

Author(s): 

Alice Macomber, RN, RMA(AMT), RPT(AMT), AHI

Launched: 2021