S8 E7 - Safe Exercise / Physiotherapy
Exercise in older people is a topic that raises a lot of questions from patients, carers and healthcare professionals. How much is safe? How much is enough? Are there any absolute contraindications? I...
5 Nov 201944min
S8 E6 - See & Treat At Home
This week we are focusing on assessment of unwell patients at home and things we can do to avoid hospital admission if it is against their wishes or not in their best interests. We look at some of the...
22 Okt 201953min
S8 E5 - CGA in Care Homes
Alongside our guest speaker Neil Chadborn, a researcher involved in the recent PEACH study, we discuss how CGA may be used in care homes to improve efficiency of care delivery, and the feasibility of ...
8 Okt 201936min
S8 E4 - Decision Making / Risk Taking
This episode looks at the concept of risk and how our perception of risk can affect the decisions we make, both as health and social care professionals and as human beings. Risk-averse practice is som...
24 Sep 201939min
S8 E3 - Homelessness
This episode explores the particular needs of older adults who may find themselves homeless. It covers the statutory rights from local authorities in the UK and how health services can adapt to meet t...
10 Sep 201942min
S8 E2 - Frailty Scores
Frailty can be assessed in a number of ways. In this episode we will talk through some of the common scales/scores that are out there.Show notes are available to view and download at www.thehearingaid...
27 Aug 201940min
S8 E1 - Sarcopenia
Sarcopenia has been the subject of much research over recent years and provides a pathophysiological correlation with frailty. In this episode we explore the scientific basis as well as the role of nu...
13 Aug 201929min
S7 E10 - Clinically Assisted Nutrition and Hydration
In this episode we will explore some of the challenging aspects of CANH encountered in working with older adults. We outline the legal and ethical principles including the recent BMA / RCP 2019 guidan...
18 Juni 201956min
