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Frailty

Part of the Care Certificate Plus Modules. This session will give an overview of understanding frailty and the importance of early identification, impact of hospital admission, how to screen and what to do if someone has frailty.

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Educators

Elia Monteiro

Multiprofessional Educator

Course Duration

1.5 Hours

Delivery Method

Virtual

Suitable for

Care Co-ordinators GP Assistant Healthcare Assistant Pharmacist Pharmacy Technicians Nurse

Clinical

Foundation

Frailty affects around 10% of people over 65, increasing to nearly half of those over 85. This essential course explores the ageing process, the importance of early identification, and the impact of hospital admissions. Learn how to screen for frailty and take practical steps to support patients effectively. Register now to improve outcomes for older adults in your care!

Course Objectives

Apply a structured approach to identifying and managing frailty in primary care.
Deliver patient-centred care tailored to the needs of individuals living with frailty.
Recognise the impact of frailty on health outcomes and hospital admissions.
Implement effective screening and intervention strategies to support frail patients.

Learning Outcomes

Define frailty and explain its characteristics, causes, and progression, highlighting the importance of early identification in patient care.
Recognise frailty as a key predictor of poor health outcomes, including increased hospitalisation, cognitive decline, and loss of functional independence.
Identify modifiable risk factors such as nutrition, physical activity, and social support, and apply strategies to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

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