Oral Health and Older Adults
Index
Program
Course Goals
Learning Outcomes
Abstract
Key Terms
Introduction
Demographics of the Older Adult
Dental Characteristics of the Older Adult
Physiological Changes of Aging
Common Medical Conditions
Cardiovascular Disease
Pharmacology and Aging
Assessment and Management of Oral Conditions in the Aging Population
Nutrition and Aging
Barriers to Seeking Oral Health Care
Accommodating the Older Adult in the Oral Health Care Setting
The Homebound/ Institutionalized Older Adult
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Legislation
Oral Health Concerns
The Role of Nursing Personnel in Oral Care
Elder Abuse
Summary
Supplemental Activities
Authors
CE Requirements by State
Post Test
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ŠADHA 2003