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Course Description
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a condition in which the concept of loss is central—the loss of one’s memories, independence, the ability to recognize loved ones, and the loss of dignity. Often referred to as “the long goodbye,” AD is the most common type of dementia, affecting millions of Americans. It is responsible for billions of dollars annually in health care costs. However, new research is providing hope for those with Alzheimer’s disease as well as for their families and caregivers.
Purpose/Goal
The outcome of this course is for the learner to describe the signs and symptoms of AD, methods of diagnosis, aspects of care and treatment, caregiver issues, integrative health considerations, and implications for the future of Alzheimer's disease and various other types of dementia.
Course Objectives - Upon completion you will be able to do the following:
- Describe the incidence and impact of Alzheimer's disease on national and global health.
- Identify the key milestones in the history of Alzheimer's disease.
- Explain the aspects of brain anatomy and physiology as it relates to Alzheimer's disease.
- Differentiate between normal brain changes that occur with aging and those changes associated with Alzheimer's disease.
- Explain the causes of Alzheimer's disease.
- Differentiate between the effects of Alzheimer's disease on the various areas of the brain.
- Identify risk factors associated with Alzheimer's disease.
- Explain the stages of Alzheimer's disease.
- Differentiate between Alzheimer's disease and depression.
- Identify characteristics of common types of dementia.
- Explain key methods used to diagnose Alzheimer's disease.
- Describe basic elements of care for the person with Alzheimer's disease.
- Explain methods to effectively manage behavior in individuals with Alzheimer's disease.
- Identify possible integrative therapies that may affect the development or behaviors associated with Alzheimer's disease.
- Identify caregiver issues related to Alzheimer's disease.
- Describe possible stress management options for caregivers.
- State current research initiatives and findings in Alzheimer's disease.
Target Audience
Nurses, health care professionals, and interested individuals
Criteria for Successful Completion
Complete the course post exam (CE Test) with a score of 80% or greater. Complete all fields of the course Evaluation Form.
Certificate of Completion is provided for individual courses once the course post exam is passed per criteria above.
Certificate of Completion is provided for certificate programs once all of the courses within the certificate program have been successfully completed per criteria above.
Practice Level (For Occupational Therapy Only): Intermediate
Content Focus (For Occupational Therapy Only): Domain of OT
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Instructors
Cyndie Koopsen, RN, BSN, MBA, HNB-BC, RN-BC, HWNC-BC
Caroline Young, MPH
Expiration Date
July 11, 2020
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