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Interprofessional geriatric assessment in nursing home (IgAP): a curricular development in geriatrics.

Author: AuerbacherMarc, DreyMichael, FintzMonika, FischerMartin R, PudritzYvonne, RöckerNavina, SchmidmaierRalf, WershofenBirgit

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Overview

The hallmark of medical action in geriatrics is the interprofessional treatment of the patient by a multi-professional team. This project report aims to show the development and implementation of an interprofessional course on geriatric assessment.
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The hallmark of medical action in geriatrics is the interprofessional treatment of the patient by a multi-professional team consisting of doctors, nurses and therapists with the aim of treating the patients primarily in a way that preserves their function and thereby enabling them to live as indepen...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8953190/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Building Bridges in Geriatric Care: The Importance of Interprofessional Assessment

Geriatric care is a complex field, requiring a collaborative approach to navigate the challenges of aging. This study highlights the importance of interprofessional geriatric assessment (IgAP), a process where different healthcare professionals work together to understand the needs of older patients. The authors recognized a gap in multi-professional training in geriatrics and set out to develop a new curriculum that would foster collaboration and improve patient care.

Bridging the Gap: An Interprofessional Approach to Geriatric Assessment

The researchers developed a new interprofessional course focusing on geriatric assessment. This course brings together doctors, nurses, and therapists to learn from one another and develop a shared understanding of how to best care for older patients. This initiative is a crucial step in bridging the gap between different healthcare professions, fostering a more collaborative approach to geriatric care.

Building a Collaborative Oasis in the Desert of Aging

This new curriculum represents a vital step towards improving the quality of care for older patients. By promoting interprofessional collaboration, we can create a more comprehensive and effective approach to meeting the unique needs of this growing population. This is about building a more supportive and collaborative oasis in the desert of aging.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

The development of this interprofessional course on geriatric assessment is a testament to the importance of collaboration in healthcare. By working together, healthcare professionals can create a more comprehensive and effective approach to caring for older patients, helping them navigate the desert of aging with greater dignity and well-being.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-04-05
  2. Date Revised 2022-06-20
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

35368838

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC8953190

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