Course Code: REL-PAC-0-DCEFMED
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Identify the medical conditions associated with dementia that cause medications to be prescribed.
Recall why people with dementia are at risk of improper use of medicines and their side effects.
Recognize at least three alternative approaches to behaviors to reduce the risk of adverse outcomes from medicines.
Outline:
Medicines and Dementia
Meet Joe
Brief Overview of Dementia
Behavioral and Psychotic Symptoms
Dementia Behavior Treatments and Risks
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Dementia Medicines: Effects and Side Effects
Treatment for Common Symptoms
Knowledge Check: A Review of Joe’s Situation
How to Prevent Effects/ Side Effects of Medicines
Non-Drug Approaches to Behaviors
Help the Person Use Medicines Safely
Key Takeaways
Conclusion
Course Contributor
References
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Subject Matter Expert: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN
Stephanie has over 18 years of clinical and teaching experience. Her areas of expertise are in neonatal intensive care, general pediatrics, home health, and children with medical complexities. She earned her Master's in nursing from Chamberlain University in 2022. Her professional practice is guided by Jean Watson's philosophy that, "Caring is the essence of nursing."
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: General Staff; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.