Geriatric Assessment Strategies: Atypical Symptoms & Complex Diagnoses (HS - VARANO - 078345)
Tracking # 20-910555
Course overview
Geriatric patients are a vulnerable population and health care providers may be the hope that these patients need. Atypical presentation of symptoms adds a layer of complexity to accurately diagnose and treat. Both rapid and detailed assessments tools will gather key patient data to make informed decisions. Susann Varano, MD, will share her best practice tips for falls, elder mistreatment, cognitive function, depression, and general physical examination.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Social Worker
Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Dr. Susann Varano has employment relationships with Clinical Research Consulting and Maplewood Senior Living. She is an adjunct faculty member at Sacred Heart University and a lecturer at University of Bridgeport. Dr. Varano receives a speaking fee from Urovant and receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Dr. Susann Varano has no relevant non-financial relationship to disclose.