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Sleep Disorders Part 3: The Elderly CEU

Author: Jassin M. Jouria, MD

Topic: Psychosocial Concepts & Support Systems

Duration: 2 hours
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Course Summary

A good night’s rest is vital for people of all ages. Sleep deprivation in the elderly population can occur when a regular and expected night of rest does not occur, often due to circumstances beyond a person’s control. There are several known and understood reasons for sleep, with many more being uncovered through continued research and study about sleep habits and processes. A sleep disorder will interfere with essential health benefits derived from good sleep, such as consolidation of memories, regulation of immune function, body growth, and energy conservation. The patient with sleep issues may undergo a number of tests to confirm a diagnosis.

Course Format

Start Date:

12/2/2021

Expiration Date:

12/15/2023

Activity Code:

H00053174

Approval Number:

220004021

Program Goal:

To educate CCM® board certified case managers about Sleep Disorders Part 3: The Elderly

Learning Objectives

At the close of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Identify recommended sleep length for elderly patients.
  • Describe the relationship between age and circadian rhythms.
  • Explain how cognitive disorders may impact sleep in elderly patients.
  • Discuss how medications may impact sleep quality and quantity.

Course Syllabus

                     
  1. Introduction                   
    2.                  
  2. Normal Sleep Patterns         
                   
    1. NREM
      2.              
    2. REM
      3.          
                       
    3.                  
  3. Common Sleep Disorders         
                   
    1. Breathing Disorders
      2.              
    2. Insomnia
      3.              
    3. Circadian Rhythm Disorders
      4.              
    4. Limb Disorders
      5.              
    5. Hypersomnias
      6.          
                       
    4.                  
  4. Nighttime Sleep Behaviors         
                   
    1. Sleepwalking
      2.              
    2. Bruxism
      3.              
    3. REM Behavior Disorder
      4.          
                       
    5.                  
  5. Sleep Disorders Secondary To Illness/Injury         
                   
    1. Age-specific Contributors
      2.              
    2. Cognitive Disorders
      3.          
                     
    6.                  
  6. Chronic Disease And Sleep Disorders                     
                               
    1. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
      2.                          
    2. Heart Failure
      3.                          
    3. Depression
      4.                          
    4. Neurological Conditions
      5.                          
    5. Inactivity
      6.                          
    6. Pain
      7.                          
    7. Nocturia
      8.                          
    8. Menopause
      9.                      
                     
    7.                  
  7. Treatment Of Sleep Disorders         
                   
    1. Behavior Modification
      2.              
    2. CPAP and BiPAP
      3.              
    3. Medication
      4.              
    4. Surgical Treatment
      5.          
                       
    8.                  
  8. Summary
    9.              

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