Course Code: REL-PAC-0-DCUCOM
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Interpret what a person with dementia is trying to communicate through their behaviors.
Recognize the impact dementia has on the communication process.
Describe communication techniques to prevent behaviors in persons with dementia.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Basics of Communication
A Different Perspective
The Communication Process
Review
Section 3: Understanding the Person with Dementia
Behavior as a Form of Communication
Meet Rolland
Meet Lenora
Section 4: Using Effective Communication Techniques
What to Do
What Not to Do
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Instructor: Kim Matthews, RN
Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998. Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management. Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.
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.