Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders: Behavior and ADL Management

Course Code: REL-SRC-0-ADRDBADLM

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Learning Objectives:
List strategies to manage caregiver stress.
Identify changes in ADL ability in each of the 3 stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
Describe general and specific strategies for success when assisting individuals with activities of daily living.
Explain how to identify the meaning of behaviors.
Use person-centered strategies and techniques to address behaviors.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction A. About This Course B. Learning Objectives Section 2: Activities of Daily Living A. What are ADLs? B. Functional Ability by Stage C. General Guidelines D. Hand under Hand Technique E. Person-Centered Approach F. Responding to Resistance G. Bathing H. Independence with Bathing I. Dressing J. Clothing K. Grooming L. Eating M. Toileting N. Review O. Summary Section 3: Behavioral Symptoms A. Types of Behaviors B. Understanding the Meaning of Behaviors C. Problem-Solving Approach D. The Plan of Care E. What Can You Do? F. Addressing Behavioral Triggers G. Communication Strategies H. Rummaging and Hoarding I. Wandering J. The Three A’s K. Dealing with Confusion L. Inappropriate Sexual Behaviors M. Restraints Are Not the Answer N. Caregiver Stress O. Meet Alice P. Summary Section 4: Conclusion A. Summary B. Course Contributor C. Resources D. References E. Congratulations!

Instructor: Lindsey R. Goldberg, MSN-Ed., RN

Lindsey R. Goldberg, MSN-Ed., RN began working in the healthcare industry in 2000. Lindsey began her journey in the healthcare industry as a medical records clerk for a large Neurosurgical practice in South Florida. She then progressed to a Medical Assistant in 2001 and worked in the settings of orthopedic, primary, urgent care and concierge practices. Lindsey graduated with highest honors from Nova Southeastern University in 2007 with her Bachelors of Science in Nursing. As a registered nurse, Lindsey worked mainly with the adult and geriatric populations in the acute care hospital setting. The areas she worked in the hospital included: telemetry, medical/surgical, observation, chest pain and step-down units. While working as a registered nurse, Lindsey continued her education and obtained her Masters of Science in Nursing with a specialty in Education in 2015. After obtaining her Masters degree, she taught briefly at a community college in the nursing program as a clinical instructor. During that timeframe Lindsey was also involved in a pharmaceutical trial in which she administered the trial drug and followed one patient throughout the entire process. Lindsey also maintains her clinical skills by working for an after-hours triaging service. In her most recent position, she was a chronic care manager and health coach for Medicare patients enrolled in a digital health program. In this role, she provided health coaching, general wellness tips and diagnosis specific teaching for roughly 1500 patients. She currently serves as a medical content writer and internal subject matter expert for Relias Learning. Disclosure: Lindsey R. Goldberg, MSN-Ed., RN has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry, Intermediate level General Staff; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.

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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.

Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.