These open-access interactive geriatric learning modules are based on the Geriatrics interprofessional interorganizational Collaboration (GiiC) toolkit developed by the RGPs of Ontario. Users take on a senior character and follow their journey through the health system.
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Learn about ACP as you follow the interactive story of Yarsdel presented in a scrolling, comic-book style choose-your-own adventure game. Vitalogue was released in March 2018 as a collaboration between St. Joseph's Health Care Centre, CMHA and Hospice of Waterloo Region.
This module focuses on heart failure. It discusses how to identify specific symptoms of heart failure, how to differentiate between the two main types, and offers a review of the causes. You will also practice using the New York Heart Association Classification (NYHA), and review management strategies for patients diagnosed with heart failure.
This module offers information about exercise in the life of older adults. It begins with a review of Canada’s guidelines for physical activity in older adults, and highlights the many benefits of exercise. Next, it covers the practical steps of how to support someone to initiate an exercise plan in their daily life, such as physical assessment for exercise planning and reviewing the proper forms of exercises.
