Purpose 

The purpose of this assignment is to review the components of the comprehensive geriatric assessment  

 

Activity Learning Outcomes 

Through this discussion, the student will demonstrate the ability to: 

  1. Discuss components of a comprehensive geriatric assessment (WO 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4) (CO1, 5, 7)
  2. Evaluate screening tools used as part of the comprehensive geriatric assessment (WO 1.4) (CO 1, 7)  

 

Due Date 

The initial posting to the graded collaborative discussions is due by Wednesday, 11:59 p.m. MT. 

Peer and faculty responses are due by Sunday, 11:59 p.m. MT.  Please note that the late assignment policy does not apply to the collaborative discussions.  

A 10% late penalty will be imposed for discussions posted after the deadline on Wednesday@ 11:59 pm MT, regardless of the number of days late. NOTHING will be accepted after 11:59pm MT on Sunday (i.e. student will receive an automatic 0).  

 

Total Points Possible:

60 points 

 

Requirements: 

Step 1:  

Review the assigned topics which are listed by student number. For example, if your student number is 2 you will discuss the functional health domain and then respond to a classmate who has posted on the psychological health domain.

Your student number:  Your assessment domain Your peer response domain 1, 5 and 9Physical health  Socioenvironmental health & quality of life measures 2, 6 and 10
Functional health  Psychological health 3 and 7 Psychological health  Functional health 4 and 8  Socioenvironmental health & quality of life measures  Physical health 

Step 2:

For your assigned assessment domain: 

  1. Provide a brief 3-5 sentence summary of the components of the domain assessment* 
  2. Choose a screening tool which is appropriate for your domain. Explain the screening tool purpose, components and scoring technique*  
  3. Provide 2 references in APA format beneath the table which support your work.  You may use the textbook. The second reference must be a scholarly source.  

*All responses must be your work, in your own words. 

 Your table should look like the following: 

Comprehensive Geriatric  Assessment  Domain Dimensions of assessment Screening tool related to the domain(s)     References:     

Step 3:

Paste table inside the discussion board post. Do not attach as a document. 

Step 4:

Respond to a peer’s post. Your assigned response to a peer requirement is listed within the assignment table.

Peer response will include:

  • Compares peer domain to student’s assigned assessment domain, noting similarities and differences* 
  • Peer review: discuss how your assigned peer’s screening tool can be applicable in your own future practice*  

 *All responses must be your work, in your own words.

DISCUSSION CONTENT Category Points % Description Assessment of Knowledge: Assessment Domain  18 30  Provides a brief 3-5 sentence summary of the assigned domain components. Domain summary includes description of each component. Selects a domain appropriate screening tool.  Explains the purpose, components and scoring technique of the screening tool.   Support from Evidence Based practice  18 30 Discussion post is supported with a minimum of one appropriate, scholarly source in addition to the textbook AND Sources are published within the last 5 years AND A reference list is provided with in-text citations that match the discussion content AND Peer response is supported with a minimum of one appropriate, scholarly source in addition to the textbook  Peer response  12 20  Compares peer domain to student’s assigned assessment domain Comparison includes similarities and differences to student’s assigned domain Comparison includes differences to student’s assigned domain Discusses how the peer’s screening tool can be applicable in the student’s own future practice (4 critical elements)    48 80% Total CONTENT Points= 48 pts DISCUSSION FORMAT Category Points % Description Organization 6 10 Assignment table pasted within the discussion board post. Student presents the assigned domain.  Peer response clearly states the name of the screening tool being reviewed and is presented in a logical format.  Grammar, Syntax, Spelling & Punctuation 6 10 Student presents information in an organized manner, using clear and concise language. There are no APA, grammar, spelling, syntax or punctuation errors  12 20% Total FORMAT Points= 12 pts    DISCUSSION TOTAL= 60 points 

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