This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.25 total participant hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval #20251124-1.25-A108295-DL
1.25 Hours (1 hour for Florida)
Course Summary
No one knows what causes Alzheimer’s disease but certain factors are suspected, such as a person’s genetics, lifestyle, or environment. Health clinicians must be able to distinguish between Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and the normal aging process. Currently, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease but once it is diagnosed, there are treatment options for the patient. A health clinician will need to incorporate medication, behavioral, and communication strategies available for Alzheimer’s patients.
After completing this inservice, the learner will be able to:
- Identify characteristics of Alzheimer’s disease
- Explain treatment options for Alzheimer's patients
- Describe ways to communicate with individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease
Course Syllabus
- Introduction
- Alzheimer's Disease - The Scope of the Problem
- The Brain, Nervous System, and Alzheimer's Disease
- How Alzheimer’s Disease Affects the Brain
- Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer’s Disease Versus Other Causes of Dementia
- Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, and Normal Aging Process - Definitions and Differences