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Behaviors such as wandering, aggression and anxiety can pose significant barriers to the delivery of essential care. Geriatric syndromes such malnutrition, dehydration and insomnia can diminish quality of life and threaten independence. In this session expert Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, Gerontologist, will explore the most frequent problematic behaviors and discuss strategies to improve the care you provide to your geriatric patients.
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Wandering
Physical Aggression
Inappropriate Sexual Behaviors
Eating Issues & Nutrition in Elder’s with Dementia
Sleepless Nights
Professional Issues
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Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, Gerontologist, has many years of experience working with the geriatric population by diagnosing, treating, and intervening when problem behaviors occur. Dr. Byrd currently works as a Nurse Practitioner in private practice in a rural family practice clinic, as well as at nursing homes and an in-patient hospital unit-Acute Care of Elders (ACE) - a NICHE accredited unit for Senior care. She performs intake interviews, routine rounds, sick visits, annual history and physicals, medication reviews, and manages the behavioral problems of this geriatric population.
Lisa is a published author in peer-reviewed nursing/scientific journals. She is also the author of the books TOP 10 Geriatric Syndromes: Clinical Management Strategies (PESI, 2011) and Alzheimer's Disease: Prevention Strategies & Ways to Slow Progression (PESI, 2014). She is active in a number of professional organizations, and is the President of the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA). She teaches geriatric nursing in an advanced practice nursing program, speaks locally as well as nationally, and is considered an expert in the field of geriatrics. Dr. Byrd has the experience and the knowledge to share with you how to successfully manage geriatric behavioral problems in elderly patients.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Lisa Byrd is receiving a fee for speaking at this educational activity. She is an author for PESI HealthCare and receives royalty payments and is on the speakers bureau for Avanir Pharmaceuticals and Novartis Pharmaceuticals. She is also a paid consultant for Central Mississippi Medical Center-ACE Unit.
Nonfinancial: Lisa Byrd has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
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