On-Demand Webinar:
“D” is for Dementia – Part 2: Dimensions in Dementia Care
“D” is for Dementia – Part 2: Dimensions in Dementia Care
Presenter: Nancy Trimble PhD, RN, APRN, Clinical Team Liaison and Focused Care Geriatric/Neuro at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton
Description: Difficulties for families and patients facing dementia include a number of facets. One is recognizing dementia as a terminal, life-limiting illness and the decision for hospice care. Secondly is dealing with some of the common behaviors including repetition, wandering, agitation, and aggression. As the disease progresses health care providers and care-givers must adjust to the growing cognitive impairments. Hospice discussion tips, behavioral interventions, and some limitations to certain medications will be presented.