Geriatric Emergencies
It is estimated that by 2030, geriatric patients will comprise 22% of the population and account for 70% of ambulance transports. As the geriatric population continues to expand, understanding the nuances and subtleties of geriatric care is crucial for achieving successful patient outcomes. The interactive online course is designed to equip EMS personnel with the knowledge and skills required to provide effective care to the aging population. The course delves into the physiological and psychological changes that occur with aging and how they affect the assessment and treatment of geriatric patients. You will learn about the unique challenges of caring for the elderly, such as the impact of aging on various body systems, complications that can arise during assessment, and management techniques tailored to older patients with both medical conditions and traumatic injuries.
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Course Details
Continuing Education
- Accreditation: CAPCE
- CAPCE Course ID: 2540912
- CAPCE Course Number: 6147
- CAPE CEH Category: Basic/Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What operational challenges does this course address?
This course addresses geriatric assessment, chronic-condition awareness, medication considerations, fall risk, cognitive changes, and age-sensitive communication related to Geriatric Emergencies. It is estimated that by 2030, geriatric patients will comprise 22% of the population and account for 70% of ambulance transports.
What real-world situations or incidents is this training designed to prepare personnel for?
The training is designed to prepare personnel for geriatric medical or behavioral emergencies, falls, altered mental status, chronic-care complications, and transport decisions for older adults associated with Geriatric Emergencies. It is estimated that by 2030, geriatric patients will comprise 22% of the population and account for 70% of ambulance transports.
What safety or compliance concerns does this course help organizations address?
This course helps organizations address patient dignity, consent and capacity considerations, documentation quality, medication awareness, and age-appropriate care standards tied to Geriatric Emergencies. It supports stronger awareness, more consistent practices, and better day-to-day decision-making in prehospital care.
Which personnel or departments would benefit most from this training?
This training is most relevant for EMTs, first responders, AEMTs, and paramedics across both basic and advanced certification levels, as well as EMS agencies, caring for older adults and geriatric patients, along with EMS agencies seeking to strengthen knowledge, consistency, and role-specific readiness connected to Geriatric Emergencies.
How can this course support department readiness, consistency, or professional development?
This course can support EMS readiness and professional development by supporting more consistent coaching, decision-making, and professional growth for EMS personnel and supervisors related to Geriatric Emergencies.
How does this course fit into a broader training program?
This course fits well within a broader training program focused on geriatric assessment, age-sensitive care, chronic-condition awareness, and EMS continuing education. It can be used to support onboarding, refresher training, continuing education, and more consistent performance across EMS teams.
