BASIC HEAD-TO-TOE ASSESSMENT WITH GERIATRIC FOCUS: A thorough physical assessment is necessary for all clients whether in long term care, acute care or home health. Our focus is to take the professional through a comprehensive physical assessment, divided into upper body, lower body and put it all together; discussing the necessary information to document the findings correctly. Inclusive is additional information regarding normal changes of the aging client/resident. Video running time: 5O minutes (3 contact hours), includes learning guide.

Focus is to develop a baseline for future assessments

Formulate a comprehensive history to include mental status, nutritional status, fall risk and current medications

Identify techniques, procedures and tests utilized in performing a thorough physical examination

Identify changes or chronic conditions that need further evaluation
Video, 50 minutes