Start your online gerontology course
taught by Rhonda Lawes, PhD, RN from ORU
Honing skills in gerontology nursing allows nurses to provide better care for an aging population and improve the quality of the late stages of life. However, addressing the specialized needs of elderly patients and differentiating between normal aging and aging with comorbidities can be particularly challenging.
This course offers thorough tutorials for assessing geriatric patients’ cardiovascular, respiratory, GI, and renal systems. Experienced educator Rhonda Lawes, PhD, RN explains how you can recognize and care for common conditions, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical advice. Special attention will be paid to bone growth across the lifespan and osteoporosis.
An adaptive learning algorithm, downloadable Cheat Sheets, and a NCLEX-style Qbank are part of the learning platform, boosting retention and understanding. By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of gerontology nursing, ready to provide excellent care for elderly patients and excel in your exams and clinical practice.
