This course will allow the healthcare professional to explore the assessment and treatment options for older adults who are struggling with substance abuse. Ethical situations that may arise when approaching this delicate subject will also be discussed.
Objectives:
- Cite statistics regarding the prevalence of substance abuse in older adults and the risk factors.
- Explore the types of substance abuse disorders and how they affect a senior’s ability to perform ADLs and IADLs
- Discuss tools and strategies for assessing the older adult for a substance abuse issue.
- Identify substance abuse treatment options and resources.
- Elaborate on ethical issues that may arise when caring for an elderly patient who suffers from substance abuse.
This course is in a written format, and your certificate will be available for download immediately after successful completion of the course! A score of 80% or greater is required to pass.
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