Presenter
Elliott Richelson, MD
Professor of Psychiatry, Professor of Pharmacology
Mayo Clinic
Host
SOWEGA-AHEC
Program Description
Elliott Richelson, MD will detail an overview of the common psycho-behavioral problems in the elderly patient. He will also provide strategies to help providers recognize the pharmacodynamics effects of antipsychotic and antidepressant drugs. He will detail how the use of these drugs can predict adverse effects in patients, especially the elderly. This session will help you catch up on all the latest data related to antipsychotic and antidepressant drugs used in the elderly population.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the presentation, participants should be able to:
- Recognize the common psycho-behavioral problems in the elderly patient, especially those with dementia.
- Recognize how the pharmacodynamic effects of antipsychotic drugs can predict adverse effects in patients, especially the elderly.
- Recognize how the pharmacodynamic effects of antidepressant drugs can predict adverse effects in patients, especially the elderly.
When
On Demand
Original program date: Feb 26, 2016
Technology Requirements
Participants registering for programs should have access to the following technology for best viewing and participation:
- Personal computer with Macintosh or Windows with 512 MB of RAM
- Broadband internet connection such as an office LAN, DSL, or cable modem
- Phone next to personal computer (or speaker phone if multiple people are viewing)
- Computer speakers (built-in or attached)
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Program Keywords
Mental and Behavioral health, Pharmacy