Assessing Depression in Older People

by Altura Learning
$32.95
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Course Description:

In this course you will learn to identify the tools to assess depression in older people as well as describe how to administer the tools and document the outcomes of a depression assessment.

Learning Outcomes:

After completing this course, participants should be able to:

  • Define depression and explain the barriers to diagnosis
  • Discuss the role of senior staff in recognising and assessing depression
  • Describe appropriate strategies to be implemented following a depression assessment

Who is this course appropriate for:

This course is appropriate for RNs and care staff who complete assessments or are interested in improving the care of people living with depression.

Continuing Professional Development Hours:

Up to 8 hours can be earned completing this course.

You can earn 1 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hour by completing the video and assessment questions. If you wish to extend your learning and earn up to an additional 7 CPD hours, you may download the extension exercise which is attached to this course.

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