Section: Unit 4: Lesson 2: Physical Exam of the Older Adult | Health Assessment (new) | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:

    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

    • Examine the considerations for examination of the older adult including approach, accommodations etc. 
    • Detail the complete physical exam of the older adult
    • Identity the expected changes in the assessment of the adult that are consistent with aging

    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 38 minutes.

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