Geriatric Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
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, Acknowledgements
Author: Ashish Ansal, MD
Editors: Valerie Gruss, PhD, APN, CNP-BC
Memoona Hasnain, MD, MHPE, PhD
Expert Interviewee: Ron Chacko, MD
, Screening and Prevention
• Screening
• Counseling
• Immunizations
, Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
1. Describe which screening services are suggested for older adults
2. Define strategies for counseling older adults about nutrition, exercise, and
smoking cessation
3. Identify which immunizations are recommended for older adults
4. Describe preventative services available to older adults