Physical expressions of Risk in Dementia - Injuring Self

Physical expressions of Risk in Dementia - Injuring Self

Physical expressions of risk in dementia, particularly self-injurious behaviors, can be challenging for caregivers to manage. This intermediate-level course is designed to provide caregivers with the knowledge and strategies necessary to identify, understand, and respond to these behaviors in individuals with dementia. By understanding the underlying causes of self-injurious behaviors and implementing appropriate interventions, caregivers can help promote the safety and well-being of those in their care.

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Overview

Details
  • Lessons: 5
  • Number of tests: 2
  • Hours: 0.5 hours
  • Students who are studying this course: 74
What you will learn
  • Understand the potential causes of self-injurious behaviors in individuals with dementia
  • Identify common types of self-injurious behaviors in dementia patients
  • Recognize triggers and patterns associated with self-injurious behaviors
  • Learn effective strategies for preventing and managing self-injurious behaviors

Lessons

    • Introduction to Dementia and Self-Injurious BehaviorsIntroduction to Dementia and Self-Injurious Behaviors
    • 11 mins
    • Causes of Self-Injurious Behaviors in DementiaCauses of Self-Injurious Behaviors in Dementia
    • 3 mins
    • Common Types of Self-Injurious BehaviorsCommon Types of Self-Injurious Behaviors
    • 3 mins
    • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
    • 4 mins
    • Identifying Triggers and PatternsIdentifying Triggers and Patterns
    • 4 mins
    • Prevention and Management StrategiesPrevention and Management Strategies
    • 5 mins
    • Exam- Physical expressions of Risk in Dementia - Injuring Self Exam- Physical expressions of Risk in Dementia - Injuring Self
    • 15 mins

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