10-544-105 Alzheimer's and Dementia

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Keywords

Dementia , Alzheimer's disease , Brain , Pathology , Vascular , Lewy body , Parkinson's , Mild Cognitive Impairment , Frontotemporal , Delirium , Genetics , Early stage , Middle stage , Late stage , Strengths-based treatment , Communication , Reminiscence , Life Review , Cognitive impairment , Validation , Caregiving , End-of-life , Decision-makers , Advanced care planning , Treatments , Medications , Co-morbidities , Recreation , Spirituality , Religiosity , Sensory simulation , Psychosocial

Project

Authors

Jennifer Ellis

Date Submitted

1/3/17

Material Type

Collection

Secondary Material Type

Institution

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College

Industry Partner

License

CC BY

Funding Source

TAACCCT Round 4

Additional Public Access

Abstract

Examine the signs, symptoms, and stages of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia and how these diseases affect physiology and brain function. This course focuses on the principles of communicating and providing care to individuals with memory loss and confusion while learning the best practices for dealing with behavior changes, challenges with the activities of daily living, and strategies to assist caregivers.

Industry (NAISC)

Health Care and Social Assistance (62)

Occupation (SOC)

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (29-0000)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Associate Degree

Educational Level

Skill Level

Quality Assurance Organization