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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
Mourning Ahead: Alzheimer’s Caregivers' Journey
2 hours
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Dawn O.
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to support mandated education requirements.
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Priya M.
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The course was well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements. I found the content to be very informative and practical.
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Course
Learn about the emotional and practical aspects of caregiving for Alzheimer’s patients in "Mourning Ahead." Gain insights into coping strategies, support resources, and enhancing patient care.
Course
Mourning Ahead: Alzheimer’s Caregivers' Journey
2.0 Credits / Contact HoursText
Learn about the emotional and practical aspects of caregiving for Alzheimer’s patients in "Mourning Ahead." Gain insights into coping strategies, support resources, and enhancing patient care.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:
Review six symptomatic domains most salient in making a differential diagnosis of dementia, depression, and delirium.
Use these six domains to comparatively evaluate symptomatic profiles of depression, dementia, and delirium in the context of normal aging.
Recognize the cognitive dysfunction associated with at least 3 treatable medical conditions among the elderly that might influence diagnosis.
Identify at least 14 brief cognitive screening measures to assist in the differential diagnosis of depression, dementia, and delirium.
Identify at least 5 important factors that can contribute to misdiagnoses and under-diagnoses in this population, along with guidelines to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
Course description
Amidst a growing elderly population, healthcare professionals are increasingly tasked with diagnosing mental health issues, a venture often complicated by cultural and ethnic diversities. This course aims to delineate the symptomatic domains crucial for accurately diagnosing dementia, depression, or delirium, while addressing the common pitfalls leading to under-diagnosis and misdiagnosis. By expounding on the nuanced cultural considerations, evidence-based screening devices, and collaborative approaches essential for guiding patient and family education, as well as facilitating timely referrals and treatment coordination, this course endeavors to foster a culturally sensitive diagnostic acumen, essential for enhancing the quality of patient care and healthcare professional patient rapport.
Course content
Introduction
Cognitive Functioning
Mood and Affect
Behavior
Psychotic Symptoms
Other Parameters
Changes that Occur in Normal Aging
Cognitive Changes
Changes in Mood and Coping Behavior
Symptomatic Profiles of Depression, Dementia, and Delirium
Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
Depression
Dementia
Neurodegenerative
Alzheimer’s Disease
Frontotemporal Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson Disease Dementia
Vascular Dementia
Delirium
Cognitive Dysfunction Associated with Treatable Medical Conditions
Nutritional Deficiencies
HIV Infection
Other Medical Conditions
Medications
Selecting Brief Screening Instruments
Considerations for the Nonspecialist Clinician
Screening for Cognitive Impairment
Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE)
Clock Drawing Tests (CDT’s)
Mini-Cognitive Test (Mini-Cog)
Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire (SPMSQ)
Screening for Parkinson’s Disease
Functional Assessment
Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale
Informant Questionnaire on Cognitive Decline in the Elderly (IQCODE)
Screening for Depression
Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS).
Zung Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS).
Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression (Ham-D).
Screening for Delirium
Flaws in Diagnostic Decision-making
Confirmation Bias
Representativeness error
Anchoring
Diagnosis momentum
Fundamental attribution error
Affective error
Satisfaction of Search
Cultural and Ethnic Factors That Influence Assessment
Intracultural Characteristics to Consider in Assessment
Reducing Flaws in Diagnostic Reasoning
Conducting Interviews & Taking Histories
Sensitivity to interacting with older adults
Four Factors to Promote Accuracy in Diagnosis
Sensitivity to cultural factors
Observation of Behavior During Assessment
Using Different Assessment Instruments
Developing Cultural Competence
Conclusion
References
Post-Test
Course details
CE Broker ID20-1214900
Activity TypeKnowledge-Based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
Lee Stadtlander PhD
Lee Stadtlander PhD
Past President of the Montana Gerontology Society, Former Assistant Professor Montana State University. Former Co-Director of Montana Center on Rural Aging. Recipient of a grant from Walden University to conduct qualitative research on people over the age of 85. Consultant on a USDA-funded grant aimed at expanding geriatric education for paramedics in Montana. Interests: Aging and issues related to older adults, anticipatory mourning in the family of Alzheimer’s patients, pain management in multiple sclerosis.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Licensed Mental Health CounselorCertified Nursing AssistantSocial Worker InternLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social WorkerRegistered Nurse PractitionerCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerRegistered NurseAdvanced Practice Registered NurseLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternLicensed Masters Social WorkerMaster's Social WorkLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker DualRegistered Social Worker AssistantBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeLicensed Graduate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice
Accreditations
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Mourning Ahead: Alzheimer’s Caregivers' Journey", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing, Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Nursing Assistant, Social Worker Intern, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
Most helpful reviews
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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
Cr
Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
Al
Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Lee Stadtlander, PhD - Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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