Why this course is for you
Diseases normally cause both physiological and psychological challenges in humans which in turn reduce the quality of health outcomes in individuals. As individuals age, the effects of such diseases become profound. This course discusses Alzheimer’s disease and dementia as two health conditions that cause cognitive and communication impairments in the elderly population.
At the completion of this course the learner will be able to
- Define cognitive impairment
- List the signs and symptoms of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
- Recite the treatment for Dementia and Alzheimer’s
- Describe effective communication techniques for the cognitively impaired individuals
- Discuss what a healthcare proxy is and why would one be needed
