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Breakout Session 701 on Thursday, May 9 @ 1:45-2:45 p.m.

Diagnostic Basics of Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder in Geriatric Patients

The focus of this session is on the diagnostic basics of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in geriatric patients, providing valuable information for long-term care staff. The content will cover essential knowledge about these mental health conditions, emphasizing their specific manifestations and diagnostic criteria in older adults. The session aims to provide attendees with a basic understanding of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in geriatric patients, enabling them to recognize the early signs and symptoms. By learning about the unique challenges faced by older individuals with these disorders, long-term care staff can enhance their ability to provide appropriate care and support.
  • Recognize the diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia.
  • Discuss the difference between the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
  • Recognize the diagnostic criteria for schizoaffective disorder and be able to differentiate the disorder from schizophrenia.
Randall Beckett, DNP, FNP, PMHNP, Clinical Expert, Encounter Telehealth, Omaha, NE
Dr. Randall Beckett has conducted more than 20,000 tele-psychiatric visits to long-term care residents. He received his nursing training at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston SC. He is a provider, clinical expert and consultant for Encounter Telehealth and has been with the company since 2014. In the summer of 2018 he and wife Sandy lived in Maine for three months visiting nursing homes and assisted living facilities to establish relationships.

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