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Course description

Assessment: Clinical examination: MCQ and Short Answer; Learning Log Book; Competency assessment; Assignment. This course will cover the epidemiology of ageing in Australian society and the clinical, and psychosocial issues raised for general practice - particularly regarding the very old (>85 years). It will address new and changing approaches to the management of coronary artery disease, CCF, dementia, metabolic disorder, renal failure and polypharmacy in the elderly, as well as government iniatives via the MBS to better manage ageing Australians. The course will also contain modules on clinical practice in residential care, palliative care, decision-making and ethical dilemmas in older Australians. GP's will undertake an assessment item addressing health needs in a patient >85 years.

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