Course Description

Course Objective

The purpose of this course is to introduce the learner to the common gastrointestinal conditions affecting the elderly population.

Upon completion of this module the learner will be able to:

• Discuss the changes that occur in the gastrointestinal tract as aging occurs.
• Describe chronic conditions of gastrointestinal tract.
• Discuss the importance of hydration and nutrition in the elderly population.
• Discuss common cancers of the gastrointestinal tract.