Innovations in Geriatric Care: Sleep and the Challenge of Aging (Day 5)
Tracking # 20-709494
$99999.00
Course overview
Do we accept that disrupted sleep is 'normal' in the elderly? While it is widely accepted that elderly residents have trouble sleeping, what is understood about the nature of those sleep difficulties? Is disrupted sleep the cause or the effect of cognitive decline? of heart disease? of challenging behaviors? This course will discuss specific sleep challenges in the elderly as well as appropriate staff responses and treatment options. Specific discussion on sleep culture in our residential environments, and how can we improve our environments for sleep promotion. This course is part of the "Innovations in Geriatric Care" Virtual Conference - Day 5.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.