Course Code: REL-PAC-0-DCSF
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 3/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Describe dementia and Alzheimer’s dementia.
Explain the role that family can play in the care process.
Describe the emotions that family members of people with dementia may experience.
List at least three ways to help the family of someone with dementia manage care challenges.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Dementia, Alzheimer’s Dementia, and the Care Process
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Dementia
Family: Part of the Care Process
Review
Summary
Section 3: Emotions and The Grief Process
Emotions
Review
Summary
Section 4: Supporting Families
Support Groups
Teamwork
Communication
Caregiver Burnout
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
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: Direct Care 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.