gerontologic health care team Flashcards
medical doctor who specializes in the care of the elderly that provides in diagnosing and treatment
gerontologist / geriatrician
advanced nursing practicioner that diagnose, treat, and manage chronic illness while coordinating care with physicians
gerontology nurse practicionet
Nursing specialty that provides care for the older adults, focused on healthy aging, maximum functioning , quality of life
gerontology nurse
Assistants in Nursing are health care staff who assume delegated aspects of basic care
nursing assistant
providing therapeutic support for older adults experiencing sensory changes, motor disabilities, physical injuries, and impaired functioning to perform skills needed for adls
occupational therapist
Helps patients promote and restore health by restoring balance, improving mobility, movement, and
exercise.
physical therapist
person with special knowledge about nutrition and food
nutritionist
person with special knowledge about therapeutic diets required to maintain health and to treat disease
dietitian
ensure that older adults receive sound and appropriate care in the best setting
case manager
advocate and most involved in the person’s care
case manager
COUNSELS patients and significant others regarding problems, such as finances, family condition, living arrangement, day-to-day living
medical social worker
attend the spiritual needs of the patient
SPIRITUAL SUPPORT PERSONNEL
instrumental in identifying the person’s desire for spiritual support
nurse
