Annual Education Report 2015-2016 Page 11 of 31
IPE Student Feedback:
What were the most important things learned in the IPE placement?
– Perspectives of other professions
– Difference between delirium, dementia and depression
– Ways to improve communication with clients and the team
– Ethics and end of life care decision making
– Different types of elder abuse and what to do about it
– Being in the shoes of an elderly person and how I can change my way of practice
Has IPE changed your experience and career choices?
– Yes, especially how I interact with older adults.
– It has allowed me to adjust my programming activities with the elderly, as am more aware
of their challenges
– I now know how to connect with other professions like pastoral care as an OT student.
– Understanding that communication is the key and to be respectful and kind when dealing
with older adults.
– I now want to specialize in Geriatrics. This program gave me more a better understanding
of aging.
