GERIATRIC FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT

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GERIATRIC FUNCTIONALASSESSMENTAn educational exercise with a Standardized Patient Instructor emphasizing functionalstatus ASSESSMENT and communication skills relevant to the care of older patients. Division of GERIATRIC MedicineDepartment of Internal Medicine2003Students:Please review this material carefully prior to the exercise and bring yourTools for GERIATRIC Care pocket TO THE 3RD FLOOR LOBBY OFTAUBMAN MEDICAL LIBRARY (LRC)TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction 1Goals and Intended Learning Outcomes 2Guidelines for Standardized Patient Interview 3Instructional materials.

Grooming Driving and transportation Feeding Handling own finances Housekeeping Laundry Note: italicized items are most important *ADLs are the essential elements of self-care. Inability to independently perform even one activity may indicate a need for supportive services.

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