Course Code: REL-RTS-0-DIOTI
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Determine an individual's expected functional status based on their stage of dementia.
Identify at least three interventions for patients and caregivers which fit the stage of dementia and clinical presentation.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Dementia Overview
Why It Matters
Dementia Presentation and Screening
Global Deterioration Scale
Summary
Section 3: Interventions
Treatment Considerations
Physical Activity
Home Modifications and Adaptive Equipment
Reducing Caregiver Burden
Review
Summary
Section 4: Applying Interventions at Each Stage
Interventions for Mild Dementia
Interventions for Moderate Dementia
Severe Dementia
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Christopher Meketansky, MS, OTR/L
Christopher Meketansky OTR/L graduated from Stony Brook University in 2017 with a Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy. He received training in manual therapy, specialized treatment for individuals with degenerative neurological disorders and post-stroke neurorehabilitation. He has worked in skilled nursing and home healthcare settings with experience treating patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, balance impairments, and a myriad of other conditions impacting the older adult population.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Introductory level Occupational Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.