Dementia Awareness
Duration: 50 minutes
This course, is designed for any staff working with dementia sufferers in a health or social care setting. Learners will gain an understanding of what dementia is, how it can be managed and gather a greater awareness of the sensitive issues faced by these individuals and their families.
Duration: 50 minutes
This course, is designed for any staff working with dementia sufferers in a health or social care setting. Learners will gain an understanding of what dementia is, how it can be managed and gather a greater awareness of the sensitive issues faced by these individuals and their families.
Duration: 50 minutes
This course, is designed for any staff working with dementia sufferers in a health or social care setting. Learners will gain an understanding of what dementia is, how it can be managed and gather a greater awareness of the sensitive issues faced by these individuals and their families.
Objectives
After completing the course, learners will be able to:
Understand the regulations relating to dementia
Recognise dementia and the different types of scans
Understand diagnosis
State the possible signs and symptoms throughout the various stages of dementia
Explain the different types of treatment
Understand the importance of communication
Be aware of the causes of pain in relation to dementia
Describe their role and responsibilities when supporting an individual with dementia
Documentation in Healthcare
Topics
Defining dementia
Legislation
Causes of dementia
Types of dementia
Signs and symptoms
Diagnosis
Types of scan
Treatment
Medication
Speech and language therapy
Physiotherapy
Recognising pain
Causes of pain
Different types of communication
Behaviours that challenge
Family and carers
National Dementia Strategy