Geriatric Assessment and Findings Variance from Adult Assessment
Create a PowerPoint® presentation in which the student selects a specific theory of aging from the readings, and compares it to the unique attributes and variations found in the comprehensive geriatric assessment (functional, ADLs, IADLs, cognition, nutrition, continence, etc.) and why these are important attributes to assess in this population. Also include any other family, caregivers, and healthcare team members that may be essential for the older adult and why.
For this assignment, you will present your PowerPoint presentation that:
· is 12–14 slides in length (including title and references slide);
· includes clip art, animation, cartoons, pictures; and
· is supported with a minimum of 5 scholarly, peer-reviewed sources from the past 5 years, external to those assigned for this unit.
To view the grading rubric for this assignment, please visit the Grading Rubrics section of the Course Resources.
Assignment Requirements:
Before finalizing your work, you should:
· be sure to read the assignment description above carefully;
· consult the grading rubric (under the Course Resources) to make sure you have included everything necessary; and
· utilize spelling and grammar check to minimize errors.
Your writing assignment should:
· follow the conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.);
· be well ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful;
· display superior content, organization, style, and mechanics; and
· use APA current edition format.
