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Dementia Care Overview

Code:
HLT 6681

Providing a holistic model of care for clients diagnosed with dementia is the philosophy used in this introductory course. Students explore differences between healthy aging and dementia, and learn about the assessment and diagnosis of this neurocognitive disorder. Appropriate physical and emotional environment, effects of dementia on clients, caregivers and the family unit are explored/studied. The role of research and the importance of public and professional education are also discussed.


Textbooks:

  • Fall - None required

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10964September 10, 2024 to December 17, 202412:00 am - 12:01 am24Semester Intake Online$229.10CLOSEDNotify Me