Course 8: Geriatrics (GERI)

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KSh 12,000

About This Course

The Geriatrics course introduces rehabilitation professionals to key considerations in supporting older adults as they navigate changes in mobility, strength, daily function, and participation. Explore how rehabilitation planning can address individual goals, environmental considerations, safety, and independence.

The course emphasizes a person-centered approach that recognizes each older adult's priorities, routines, and desired quality of life.

What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe foundational concepts in geriatric rehabilitation.

  • Recognize factors that may affect function and independence in older adults.

  • Explore assessment considerations related to daily activities and mobility.

  • Identify rehabilitation strategies that support functional performance.

  • Discuss safety, environmental adaptations, and patient-centered goal setting.

  • Apply course concepts to older-adult rehabilitation scenarios.

Why Enroll in this Course?

Older adults may experience multiple health conditions, mobility limitations, changes in skin integrity, and difficulties managing daily care routines. This course strengthens your understanding of aging, functional independence, safety, and individualized rehabilitation planning. These perspectives can help you better recognize the needs of older patients living with lymphedema and adapt your approach to support comfort, participation, and self-management as you develop your lymphedema expertise.
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