Moving Medicine
Behavioral health essentials for older adults, Part I
Nov 3, 2023
Three physician guests discuss best practices in geriatric care and behavioral health integration for older adults. Topics include patient-centered care, dementia concerns, mental health referrals, and strategies for providing comprehensive, compassionate care for elderly patients.
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Quick takeaways
- Proper assessment for older adults should consider broader health aspects beyond psychiatric evaluations to address cognitive changes effectively.
- Referring older adults to psychiatric specialists when primary care limitations hinder comprehensive care delivery is crucial for optimal patient outcomes.
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Evaluating Cognitive Changes in Older Adults
In one patient scenario discussed in the podcast, an 85-year-old woman named Ms. Smith visited with her daughter expressing concerns about cognitive changes. The daughter noticed signs of irritability and withdrawal in her mother and suspected the early signs of dementia. The importance of distinguishing between actual symptoms and perceived concerns about dementia was highlighted. The necessity for proper assessment, considering broader aspects like hearing, vision, and general health issues impacting mood and cognition, instead of solely focusing on psychiatric evaluations or assessments, was emphasized.
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