ERs Adapt to Needs of Older Patients
Older adults face confusion and delirium in the busy ED. Age friendly care uses calmer environments, clearer signage, non slip floors, handrails, and assistive devices to reduce falls and improve understanding of instructions. Hospitals pursue geriatric ED certification and broader changes to better serve seniors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liz Goldberg
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Aurora
Ula Hwang
NYU Langone Health
New York City
Hwang
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
American College of Emergency Physicians
United States
Goldberg
The
Academy For
Geriatric Emergency Medicine
Preparing for Endometriosis Surgery to Preserve Fertility
Mayo Clinic shares guidance for patients facing advanced endometriosis surgery. Emphasis on uterus preserving options like myomectomy and removing disease while keeping ovaries and tubes intact to maintain future fertility. Recovery varies by procedure but minimally invasive approaches often enable a return to work in a couple of weeks. advise rest, gradual activity, and help with daily tasks as needed. Discuss fertility goals with your care team to align treatment and recovery with future plans.
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Megan Wasson
D.O
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix
Work It warm up guides by Renee Barrett at UH Avon Health Center
Fitness series eight weeks long offers a weekly exercise with tips from Renee Barrett program manager. The routine includes toy soldiers to loosen hips hamstrings and core, with guidance from Barrett who holds health promotion degree and sports certifications. For details call (440) 988-6822.
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University Hospitals Avon Health Center
Renee Barrett
Barrett
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