GeriatricsLaajuus (1 cr)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the most essential changes in the organ system related to ageing
- know the causes, symptoms and principles of care of the most common illnesses related to ageing
- know the special features of the medical treatment of older people
- use medical information to examine the prevention of illnesses related to ageing, the onset of the illnesses, and changes and symptoms caused by the diseases as well as research findings

Further information

Tämä lääketieteellinen opinto on opintojakson SH00BS96 Ikääntyneen hoitotyö erikseen suoritettavissa oleva osa. Tekemäsi osasuoritus huomioidaan Ikääntyneen hoitotyö -opintojaksoa suorittaessasi. Tämän opinnon voi suorittaa ennakkoon ennen varsinaista opintojaksoa.