When performing a head-to-toe assessment, there are some key differences that you can expect to notice in an older adult. In this episode I’m sharing the ones you’re most likely to notice, including:

* Vital signs differences
* Differences in body composition and musculoskeletal changes
* Changes to the integumentary system
* Changes to sensory organs and neurological function
* Changes to the respiratory and cardiovascular system
* GI changes
* And changes to the genitourinary system

Read the article on geriatric assessment and view references here.

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#268: Tips for Geriatric Assessment

In this show, Nurse Mo breaks down a wide range of nursing school concepts so they’re easy to understand. Each episode aims to help nursing students improve their study techniques, pass nursing school exams, and feel more confident in clinical. If you’re nervous about nursing school, not “getting it” in lecture, or feeling overwhelmed with all the information you have to learn, this podcast will help you optimize your study time so you can learn more with less stress.
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Clostridioides difficile, formerly known as Clostridium difficile, is an anaerobic, spore-forming bacillus that causes a serious bacterial infection in the colon. While healthcare-associated infections have declined in recent years, C. diff remains one of the most common healthcare associated infections in the United States. Learn more about C. diff infection (CDI) in this episode, including:

Pathophysiology of CDI

Who is most at risk for CDI

Complications of CDI

Signs and symptoms, and when to suspect your patient has C. diff


Important assessments for a patient with CDI

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The main things to teach your patient and their visitors about CDI

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#344: C. Diff Basics for Nursing Students

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#343: BONUS! Hypercapnia with Rapid Response RN

Dysphagia is a condition in which the individual has difficulty swallowing. Proper swallowing relies on a complex coordination involving more than 30 nerves and muscles. When even one of these elements fails to work properly, dysphagia can result. 
In this episode, you’ll learn: 

The four stages of swallowing…more complex than we realize!

Causes of dysphagia

Signs and symptoms of dysphagia (AKA: important things to watch for!)

Complications of dysphagia

Bedside swallow evaluations

Diagnostic tests for dysphagia

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#342: Dysphagia NCLEX Review

If you’re learning about advanced Med Surg concepts or even working in the clinical setting, you’ve no doubt heard of pulmonary embolism. But did you know it goes beyond impaired gas exchange? Hit play on this episode to learn how a pulmonary embolism can impair cardiac function, potentially leading to devastating consequences.
In this episode, you’ll review foundation concepts to help you understand this connection:

Cardiopulmonary circulation

Pulmonary embolism pathophysiology

The factors that contribute to blood pressure

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#341: The Pulmonary Embolism and Cardiac Connection

If you’ve ever thought that CRNA school might be in your future, the time to start preparing is now…even if you’re not in nursing school yet! In this episode, I’m joined by Jenny Finnell, CRNA and CEO of CRNA School Prep Academy. Not only is Jenny a great mentor, but she’s also extremely knowledgeable about what it takes to get into a CRNA program. 
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How do you stand out as an applicant?

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#268: Tips for Geriatric Assessment

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