Injury and Trauma | Geriatric Fast Facts

Recognizing and Identifying Elder Abuse & Neglect - #35

Approximately 11.4% of adults over the age of 60 years will experience some form of mistreatment.

A summary of the risk factors, incidence, and survival associated with intraoperative cardiac arrest.

Injury preventive measures and definitions of movement disorders.

Injury preventive measures and definitions of cognitive disorders.

Injury prevention and safety are critical components of care for older adults.

Mobility is one of the 4 Ms of an Age-Friendly healthcare system. This “M” emphasizes mobility.

Determination of appropriate post-fracture management of patients with advanced dementia and hip fracture.

Non-contrast CT is the initial diagnostic test to evaluate for acute ischemia and rule out hemorrhage.

Understand key concepts in patient safety in any care setting.

Learn necessary positioning and mobility requirements for geriatric patients undergoing a fluoroscopic study.

Review an algorithm for pain management of rib fractures.