Dementia and Understanding Behavioural Changes

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30m
Updated 30 Aug 2023 Certificate

Before we can provide care for people experiencing dementia, it’s important to first understand what dementia is and how it may affect the individual. This training module will provide staff with a foundational understanding of dementia and its common psychological and behavioural symptoms, along with some initial strategies for managing them.

Content

6 Video Units • 12 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
2m
What is Dementia and How Does it Present?
2 Questions
4m
Common Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) and How to Manage Them
4 Questions
10m
The ABC Approach to Behaviour Management
2 Questions
4m
How to Support a Person with Dementia Experiencing Changed Behaviours
2 Questions
4m
Conclusion
1m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Understand what dementia is.

2

Recognise dementia in a client.

3

Understand common psychological and behavioural symptoms of dementia.

4

Use different strategies for managing behavioural changes.

5

Provide necessary support to a person with dementia.

Who it's for:

All healthcare professionals and staff who care for people with dementia.

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Last updated30 Aug 2023

Published09 Aug 2022

Due for review28 Aug 2025
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