Small Changes, Big Clues: Recognising clinical deterioration in older people

Clinical deterioration in older adults is not always obvious. Changes may be subtle and can present through cognition, behaviour, mobility, function, intake or sleep before clear changes in observations are seen. Noticing these often subtle signs earlier can help with earlier assessment and allow for faster interventions.

In this practical 30-minute webinar Nurse Practitioner Sarah Tetlow will explore:

• Why deterioration in older people can present differently

• Common causes of deterioration in aged care

• Recognising subtle changes in behaviour, mobility, appetite, cognition and function

• Escalation and communication strategies: what staff should do when concerned