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There are many evidence-based screening tools that may be used in assessing the older adult. These tools are essential to practice, and many can be used for initial screening and on an as-needed basis for suspected changes in status. First, individually identify a valid and reliable screening tool with a focus on preventative care that helps a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in the assessment of the older adult.
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Provide a description and/or link to the screening tool you found and critique the screening tool to determine its value for a primary care setting, including its ease of use, scoring and interpretation, and limitations.
Discuss a patient example that would fit the need for such a screening tool and discuss additional physical exam components, clinical management plan, and/or referrals the FNP would need to do based on the knowledge gained from the screening tool.
Identify key referrals and interprofessional team members that would be appropriate for managing the patient based upon screening tool results, with rationale.
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SCIENCE
HEALTH SCIENCE
NURSING
NRSG 662