Executive Development Programme in Senior Care Pharmacology
-- ViewingNowThe Executive Development Programme in Senior Care Pharmacology is a certificate course designed to meet the growing industry demand for healthcare professionals with specialized knowledge in geriatric pharmacotherapy. This programme emphasizes the importance of medication management for the elderly, addressing the unique physiological changes and multiple health issues often experienced by this population.
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• Senior Care Pharmacology Fundamentals: An overview of key concepts in pharmacology, with a focus on the unique needs of elderly patients. • Medication Management for Seniors: Best practices for managing medications for seniors, including medication review, reconciliation, and deprescribing. • Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics in Seniors: An exploration of how aging affects the body's response to medications, and how to adjust dosages accordingly. • Common Medications for Seniors: A review of the most commonly prescribed medications for seniors, including their uses, side effects, and interactions. • Pain Management in Seniors: Strategies for managing pain in elderly patients, including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. • Geriatric Psychiatry and Psychopharmacology: An examination of mental health issues in seniors, including depression, anxiety, and dementia, and the role of pharmacotherapy in treatment. • Polypharmacy and Falls in Seniors: The risks associated with polypharmacy in seniors, and strategies for reducing the risk of falls. • Substance Use Disorders in Seniors: An exploration of substance use disorders in seniors, including the misuse of prescription medications, and strategies for prevention and treatment.
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