NUR100 - Healthy Aging for Older Adults (1.0 HR)

Purpose: The participant will enhance his or her understanding of diseases, chronic illnesses, and mental issues that affect the older adult and discuss ways to promote healthy aging. Objectives: 1. Discuss chronic diseases associated with the aging individual; 2. Explore prevention measures that can be taken to promote a more healthy lifestyle in the aging individual; 3. Discuss mental health issues associated with the aging individual; 4. Describe health disparities and the aging individual.