Unit 1Assignment Details
Review thecase studyinvolving Grandma Theresa. Respond to the following questions, citing examples where necessary:
- What is the rationale for assigning a case manager (Mrs. Jones) to Grandma Theresa?
- What are the possible problems that may arise without Mrs. Jones as part of the caregiving team?
Citing examples, discuss why Grandma Theresa needs both geriatric and gerontology care, clearly delineating between the two terms.
Unit 2 Assignment Details
Describe your proposed approach for conducting a geriatric needs assessment that is necessary to develop a quality case management document for your geriatric patient. Explain how the information gleaned from your assessment will support your career as an effective case manager. Why do you think this approach may result in a better quality of life for your patient?
- Please review the approach proposed by other students and provide objective feedback on opportunities for improvement, justifying your feedback.
- Your response to the initial discussion question must be substantive, citing your sources.
- Make sure you respond to at least 2 students.
Unit 3 Assignment Details
Reflecting on the content of this course, especially this unit, what are some of the important challenges facing geriatric case management today? Choose one and explain how you would go about addressing it.
Unit 4 Assignment Details
Collaboration leverages the collective knowledge of a health care team. Peer evaluation and support, provided in the spirit of continuous improvement and organizational success, result in higher quality deliverables than are generally possible by the efforts of an individual.
· Describe the process you plan to use to conduct research, identify findings, and develop the Comprehensive Project that is due in Unit 5.
Unit 5 Assignment Details
Address the following points in your Discussion Board entry:
· How will the competencies and knowledge learned throughout this course support your career advancement in health care management?