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Diagnostic Challenges in Older Adults (Jul/Aug/Sep) | 2022

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Learning Objectives, Diagnostic Challenges in Older Adults, CGPR, Jul/Aug/Sep 2022

July 1, 2022

After reading these articles, you should be able to…

The 3 Ds of Geriatric Psychiatry: Depression, Delirium, and Dementia

July 1, 2022

Rachel Meyen, MD

Symptoms of dementia, delirium, and depression in older adults may overlap, and these disorders often occur simultaneously. We learn how to disentangle these three illnesses through screeners and medical work-up, and how to optimize their management.

Personality Changes Later in Life: Diagnostic and Treatment Considerations

July 1, 2022

Rajesh R. Tampi, MD, MS, DFAPA.

Dr. Rajesh R. Tampi describes the course of personality disorders as patients age and provides documentation tips for clinicians who suspect personality disorders.

Assessing and Treating Delirium in Older Adults

July 1, 2022

Rehan Aziz, MD.

Treatment of delirium involves correction of the underlying medical disturbance. But how do we best think through potential causes? Dr. Aziz shares his systematic approach and clinical pearls in conducting a physical exam and ordering the appropriate work-up.

Structural Brain Changes: How Imaging Affects Management of Late-Life Psychiatric Conditions

July 1, 2022

Oluwole Jegede, MD, PhD

When does imaging change management? Dr. Ajilore describes when to order neuroimaging and what to look for. He walks us through various imaging modalities (both structural and functional) that can point us toward the correct diagnosis.

Annual Flu Vaccines

July 1, 2022

Thomas Jordan, MD

Although there is an association between influenza vaccinations and a lower dementia risk, association is not causation.

Low Vitamin B 12 Associated with Depression in Older Adults

July 1, 2022

Talya Shahal, MD.

Checking vitamin B12 levels in older adults is recommended, as low levels correlate with depression. This study did not show a similar association between folate levels and depression.

CME Post-Test - Diagnostic Challenges in Older Adults, CGPR, Jul/Aug/Sep 2022

July 1, 2022

By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME Credit.

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