PCOA-RN 14: Skin Disorders in Older Adults
This course identifies the signs, symptoms, and treatment of skin conditions common to older adults, and differentiates skin cancers common to older adults.
PCOA-RN 13: Persistent Pain in Older Adults
This course describes how persistent pain presents and how to assess pain in older adults, including those living with dementia and/or multiple chronic conditions
PCOA-RN 12: Medication Management
This course describes pharmacokinetic principles related to age changes in absorption, metabolism, and excretion, outlines risk factors for adverse drug interactions in older adults, and explains key factors that impact medication adherence.
PCOA-RN 11: Falls and Fall Prevention
This course defines the causes and risk factors for falls in older adults, describes the need for comprehensive assessment for falls in this population, and identifies validated screening tools to utilize when evaluating for fall risk.