About Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia for Canada

Course Code: REL-CAN-PAC-0-ADDCA

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028

Learning Objectives:
Describe the difference between normal aging, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Recognize the ways Alzheimer’s disease alters a person’s abilities and behaviors.
Identify at least two person-centered care strategies for someone with Alzheimer’s disease.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Alzheimer’s Disease

Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s Disease vs. Dementia

Causes of Dementia

Alzheimer’s Disease vs. Normal Aging

Risk Factors

Alzheimer’s Disease Progression

Review

Summary

Section 3: Behaviors and Functional Ability Changes

The Brain

Aggression and Agitation

Repetition and Wandering

Delusions and Hallucinations

Confusion

Depression

Sleep Disorders

Changes in Ability

Review

Summary

Section 4: Strategies for Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease

Person-Centered Care

Communication

Early Stage

Middle Stage

Psychosocial Needs

Review

Summary

Section 5: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

Resources

References

Subject Matter Expert: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN

Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She has worked as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field.  She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice. 

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; in the following settings: All Healthcare Facilities.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.