Course Code: REL-PAC-0-DCNAAD
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Explain at least two differences between normal aging and dementia.
Identify at least three symptoms associated with dementia.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Normal Aging or Dementia?
Four Lobes of the Brain
What Is Normal Aging?
Is it Normal Aging or Dementia?
Review
Types of Dementia
Vascular Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Parkinson’s Disease Dementia
What Can You Do?
Review
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN
Stephanie has over 19 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: All Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.