Gastrointestinal Issues: Heartburn, Constipation & Diarrhea

Objectives: Describe the digestive process. Explain how digestive functions change with age. Identify causes and management of heartburn. Identify causes and management of constipation. Identify causes and management of diarrhea.

Description: This class will teach caregivers basics of the digestive process and how digestive functions change with age. Caregivers will learn how to identify and help older adults manage gastrointestinal issues such as heartburn, constipation, and diarrhea.