Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Exit Seeking

  • 1.0 hours
  • Knowledge reviews: 1
  • Exams: 1
  • Certificate of completion
  • Available in: English, Spanish
Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Exit Seeking

Course Description

Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Exit Seeking is a course designed for caregiving staff who work with patients experiencing dementia. Exit seeking is a common behavior exhibited by individuals with dementia, often driven by confusion, anxiety, or a desire to return to familiar surroundings. This course will provide caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand, manage, and reduce exit-seeking behaviors while providing compassionate and effective care for their patients.

What will be taught topics

  • Identifying the common triggers for exit-seeking behavior
  • Strategies for managing and reducing exit-seeking behaviors
  • Techniques for redirecting and engaging patients in meaningful activities
  • Ensuring patient safety while maintaining a respectful and supportive environment
  • Communication strategies for patients experiencing dementia
Lesson list
  • Introduction to Dementia and Challenging Behaviors< Introduction to Dementia and Challenging Behaviors
  • Understanding Exit-Seeking Behavior< Understanding Exit-Seeking Behavior
  • Identifying Triggers for Exit-Seeking Behavior< Identifying Triggers for Exit-Seeking Behavior
  • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
  • Strategies for Managing Exit-Seeking Behavior< Strategies for Managing Exit-Seeking Behavior
  • Techniques for Redirecting and Engaging Patients< Techniques for Redirecting and Engaging Patients
  • Exam- Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Exit Seeking Exam- Challenging Behaviors in Dementia: Exit Seeking