Understanding Dementia: Clinical, Behavioral, & Ethical Management

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This course offers an evidence-based review of dementia tailored for long-term care settings. It covers critical areas including diagnosis, staging, and the management of behavioral and psychological symptoms (BPSD). Participants will explore differential diagnosis, prevention strategies, and medication stewardship. Additionally, the curriculum addresses complex topics such as sexual consent capacity assessment, caregiver impact, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Students will learn to apply structured assessment frameworks and practical interventions that align with CMS guidelines and professional standards.

Define Dementia: Use specific clinical criteria to define the condition.
Differentiate Aging: Distinguish between normal aging processes and dementia.
Identify Types: Recognize various stages and specific types of dementia.
Apply Concepts: Implement brain reserve and prevention concepts.
Conduct Assessments: Perform structured dementia assessments.
Utilize Strategies: Employ evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions.
Evaluate Consent: Assess the capacity for sexual consent in patients.
Manage Documentation: Apply documentation practices that are regulatory-compliant.
Support Caregivers: Understand the impact on caregivers and support systems.

Course Content

Section 1: Course Introduction

Lesson 1: Course Title & Introduction

00:17
Lesson 2: Course Description

00:29
Lesson 3: Learning Objectives

00:30

Section 2: Understanding Dementia & The Brain

Section 3: Stages of Progression

Section 4: Comparing Dementia Types & Onset

Section 5: Differential Diagnosis & Reversible Causes

Section 6: Managing Dementia in Long-Term Care (LTC)

Section 7: Sexuality, Capacity, and Consent

Section 8: Protocols & Interventions

Section 9: Compliance & Final Review

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Course Content

Section 1: Course Introduction

Lesson 1: Course Title & Introduction

Lesson 2: Course Description

Lesson 3: Learning Objectives

Section 2: Understanding Dementia & The Brain

Lesson 4: Facts About Dementia

Lesson 5: What Is Dementia: Clinical Definition

Lesson 6: Dementia as a Syndrome

Lesson 7: Alzheimer’s Disease Brain (MRI/Diagram)

Lesson 8: Vascular Dementia Brain (CT/MRI)

Lesson 9: Lewy Body Dementia Brain

Lesson 10: Frontal Temporal Dementia Brain

Section 3: Stages of Progression

Lesson 11: Early or Mild Dementia

Lesson 12: Severe or Late-Stage Dementia

Lesson 13: Advanced Dementia

Section 4: Comparing Dementia Types & Onset

Lesson 14: Alzheimer’s: Onset & Symptoms

Lesson 15: Vascular Dementia: Onset & Symptoms

Lesson 16: Lewy Body: Onset & Symptoms

Lesson 17: Frontal Temporal: Onset & Symptoms

Section 5: Differential Diagnosis & Reversible Causes

Lesson 18: Differential Diagnosis & Avoiding Mislabeling

Lesson 19: Understanding Delirium

Lesson 20: Understanding Depression

Lesson 21: Reversible Causes

Section 6: Managing Dementia in Long-Term Care (LTC)

Lesson 22: Dementia in the LTC Setting

Lesson 24: Strategy: Managing Dementia in LTC

Lesson 25: Early Recognition & Warning Signs

Lesson 26: De-Escalation Skills: Calming the Moment

Lesson 27: Verbal & Non-Verbal Communication

Lesson 29: Tips for Patient Communication

Lesson 30: Helpful Interventions

Lesson 32: Maslow’s Hierarchy in Investigation

Section 7: Sexuality, Capacity, and Consent

Lesson 33: Introduction to Dementia & Sexuality

Lesson 34: Understanding Sexuality

Lesson 36: Understanding Capacity

Lesson 38: Ability to Communicate a Choice

Lesson 39: Determination of Capacity

Section 8: Protocols & Interventions

Lesson 45: Scenario Guides for Managing Behavior

Lesson 46: Non-Pharmacological Interventions

Lesson 47: Common Staff Scenarios

Lesson 48: Behavior Management Protocol

Lesson 50: Activity-Based Care & Engagement

Lesson 51: Medication Stewardship

Section 9: Compliance & Final Review

Lesson 53: Documentation & Compliance

Lesson 54: Understanding Dementia in Practice and The Balance: Protection vs. Autonomy

Lesson 56: The Clinical Framework to Remember

Lesson 57: Why Documentation Matters

Lesson 58: The Human Element

Lesson 59: Final Takeaway

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