Pharmacological Interventions in Dementia Care

Offered By

University of Bradford

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30 minutes
 
100% Online
 
No download
 
English
 
Desktop & Mobile
   
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Certificate

Course Information

Purpose
Target Audience
Course Structure
Certificate
Prerequisites
CPD

Why should I take this course?

This micro skills course from the University of Bradford will investigate the most common medications prescribed for people living with dementia, including their risks and benefits and the importance of regular recorded reviews.

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Validate your learning

Each participant receives a certificate upon course completion.

What you can expect

A 30 minute eLearning course containing interactive content and activities. 

This course is ideal for

All health professionals.
Overview

Here is what you will cover in
this course 

List the most common medications prescribed for people living with dementia

Describe the main risks and benefits of using a range of anti-psychotics, antidepressants, anxiolytics, anticonvulsants and cognitive enhancers

Recognise issues with regards to polypharmacy for people living with dementia 

Explain the importance of recording and reporting side-effects and/or adverse reactions to medication

Describe how to administer and review medication safely and appropriately in consultation with people affected by dementia