Course Information
Program Goal: Dementia and the effects it has on an individual's body along with the impact of conducting normal activities of daily living. Helping your team to focus on a person-centered care approach, ensuring the best outcomes for your patients.
Program Summary:
Dementia is more than just memory loss. Learn about parts
of the brain affected by Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease,
why such declines happen and approaches to managing
personal care that could be helpful in a long term care or
home setting.
Learning Objectives
At the close of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe changes that occur in dementia
- Distinguish positive from negative strategies in coping with changes
- Explore approaches to managing personal care
