Traumatic injuries in older adults, typically defined as individuals aged 65 and older, present unique challenges due to age-related physiological changes and preexisting medical conditions. As the population of older adults continues to grow, so does the incidence of traumatic injuries among this demographic. Older adults are at a higher risk of morbidity and mortality following trauma, as conditions like cognitive impairment, cardiovascular disease, and multiorgan insufficiency contribute to general frailty. These factors limit their ability to respond to injuries and increase the likelihood of complications and death compared to younger individuals. Additionally, the aging process often results in decreased bone density, reduced muscle mass, and slower healing, making even minor injuries potentially life-threatening. The presence of multiple comorbidities further complicates the management of trauma in this population, requiring a nuanced approach to care that addresses the acute injury and the underlying health conditions that may exacerbate outcomes.Participants in this educational activity gain a comprehensive understanding of the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of trauma in older adults, focusing on the unique physiological considerations and common types of trauma that affect this population. The activity emphasizes the importance of collaborating with an interprofessional healthcare team, which includes specialists in geriatrics, emergency medicine, surgery, and rehabilitation. By integrating expertise from various disciplines, the healthcare team can develop and implement tailored care strategies that address the complexities of aging, leading to improved recovery and quality of life for older trauma patients.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/22221
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours
Social Work: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Critical Care, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Orthopaedics, General Surgery, General Thoracic, Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Non-Thoracic Surgery, Orthopaedic Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, Trauma