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Common Concerns for Patients with Dementia

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Course Overview

The purpose of this course is to provide nurses with an overview of the physical and psychosocial problems encountered by patients with dementia, so they might intervene to protect their well-being.

Learning Outcomes 
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Discuss the risks of elder abuse and suicide among patients with dementia.
  • Evaluate the potential risks of alcohol use and misuse among older adults, particularly those with dementia.
  • Describe additional risks that patients with dementia experience and steps nurses can take to monitor and facilitate the safety and welfare of these patients.

About the Author/Presenter 
Allan G. Hedberg, PhD, received his Master’s in psychology from Northern Illinois University and his PhD in clinical psychology from Queen’s University in Ontario, Canada. He has practiced clinical psychology in mental health centers, hospitals, and rehabilitation units as well as in private practice since 1969. More recently, he has maintained an active consultation service to patients and staff of nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the Central Valley of California. Over this time, Dr. Hedberg has consulted with staff, trained staff, and assisted in the establishment of appropriate programs for elderly patients with special needs, such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals 
TRC Healthcare/ NetCE 
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by TRC Healthcare/ NetCE. TRC Healthcare/NetCE is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details): 
Nursing

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