Develop a PowerPoint presentation on a clinical case that was seen during your clinical experience as a nurse practitioner student or a topic that is of interest to you, relating to gerontology (patients 65 years and older).
Select a health problem that primarily affect the older adult population. Suggested Topics: Anemia of Chronic Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Restless Legs Syndrome, or Hypertension.
Provide information about the incidence, prevalence, and pathophysiology of the disease/disorder to the cellular level.
Educate advanced practice nurses on assessment and care/treatment, including genetics/genomics—specific for this disorder.
Provide patient education for management, cultural, and spiritual considerations for care must also be addressed.
Full Answer Section
- Brief overview of the aging population and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases.
- Highlight hypertension as a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in older adults.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this presentation, Advanced Practice Nurses will be able to:
- Describe the incidence, prevalence, and unique pathophysiology of hypertension in the elderly.
- Educate on comprehensive assessment strategies, including genetic/genomic considerations, for older adults with hypertension.
- Discuss evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options.
- Formulate patient-centered education plans incorporating management strategies, cultural, and spiritual considerations.
Speaker Notes: "Good morning/afternoon everyone. Today, we're diving into a critical topic in gerontology: hypertension in older adults. As advanced practice nurses, we're increasingly serving an aging population, and understanding the nuances of hypertension in this demographic is vital. It's often called the 'silent killer' because it can progress without obvious symptoms, yet it's a leading cause of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and cognitive decline. Our goal today is to deepen our understanding of this condition and enhance our skills in providing holistic care."
Sample Answer
PowerPoint Presentation: Hypertension in Older Adults
Slide 1: Title Slide
Title: Hypertension in Older Adults: A Silent Threat to Healthy Aging
Subtitle: Advanced Practice Nursing Assessment, Management, and Holistic Care
Presenter: [Your Name/Nurse Practitioner Student] Date: June 25, 2025
Slide 2: Introduction & Learning Objectives
Title: Why This Matters: Hypertension in Gerontology
Content:
- Brief overview of the aging population and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases.
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