Study Guide

Objective

The students will be aware of the legislation, strategies and recommendations that regulate services for the elderly.
The students will be able to describe an age-friendly service structure and explain the importance of living at home.
The students will be able to assess the physical, mental, social and cognitive abilities of the elderly and identify physical and mental capability risk factors
The students will be able to describe the customer and service management model.
The students will be able to explain the main geriatric diseases based on evidence and will master holistic nursing.
The students will be able to promote the health of the elderly and implement nursing of the elderly in a manner that supports the autonomy and inclusion of the elderly, within a variety of operational environments.
The students will be able to utilize technology supporting living at home, communication, health monitoring and services.
The students will be able to understand the special features of medicating the elderly and are able to implement and evaluate medical treatment for the elderly.
The students will be able to plan, implement and evaluate palliative nursing and the care of a dying patient, while supporting the patient’s next-of-kin.

Content

Gerontological Nursing and Home Care Practical Training 5 cr + 5 cr in projects.

5 credits of the practical training can be accomplished by working in a project or projects.