Geriatric 📊 Assessments

As we end this week and head into next week we will be learning more about what goes into the assessment process for Geriatrics. Here is a sneak peak of what’s to come.

How a Geriatric Assessment is Done: A Comprehensive Approach to Elder Care

As the population ages, there is a growing recognition of the need for a specialized approach to healthcare for older adults. A geriatric assessment is a vital tool in understanding the complex health needs of seniors. Unlike standard medical evaluations, a geriatric assessment focuses on the multiple facets of aging, including physical health, cognitive function, emotional well-being, and social circumstances. This comprehensive evaluation helps healthcare providers create personalized care plans that support not just survival but quality of life. All next week we’ll explore how a geriatric assessment is done, outlining the key steps and components involved in this process. But until then here is the outline.

What is a Geriatric Assessment?

A geriatric assessment is a multidimensional, interdisciplinary process designed to evaluate an older adult’s medical, psychological, social, and functional health. The goal is to gain a thorough understanding of a senior's abilities and limitations, identify potential problems early, and develop a tailored care plan to improve their quality of life. This type of assessment is typically performed by a team of healthcare professionals, including geriatricians, nurses, social workers, and other specialists, depending on the individual's needs.

• Step 1: Medical History and Physical Examination

• Step 2: Functional Assessment

• Step 3: Cognitive and Psychological Evaluation

• Step 4: Social Assessment

• Step 5: Medication Review

• Step 6: Developing a Care Plan

Do you know anyone who has had this done? What was the biggest challenge for them? That’s all for today readers, thanks for stopping by, enjoy the weekend and as always keep that smile Smiling:)