A half day course which covers the following:
Aims:
- The aim of this course is to foster an understanding of dementia and the various aspects of care needed by people with this condition.
- To provide knowledge in dementia care mapped to QCF and Occupational Standards Frameworks.
Objectives:
- Understand the nature of dementia and the various manifestations of this condition
- Be familiar with symptoms of dementia and the assessments which may be carried out
- Appreciate the principles of person centred care and the key nursing interventions which may be required
- Understand the principles of communicating effectively with people with dementia
- Be able to utilise a range of social and recreational activities in the care setting
The course is interactive and looks at the diagnosis and the stages of Dementia. Ways to help those with the onset of Dementia along with treatments and side effects.