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Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test

Purpose of Activity

To provide registered professional nurses with current information on cognitive impairment in older adults, along with suggestions for changes and interventions that can help providers avoid the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. discuss the classic manifestations of dementia in general, as well as of the specific types of dementia.
  2. outline the goals, principles, and models of dementia care.
  3. plan the appropriate behavioral interventions for people who have dementia.
Price: $32.95

Credits:

Planner
Test Code: AJN0705B
Published: July 2005
Expires: 11/12/2025
Collections: Test CEC Add Module
Sources: AJN, American Journal of Nursing
Required Passing Score: 14/16 (87%)
Authors: Marianne Smith MS, ARNP, CS, Kathleen Buckwalter PhD, RN, FAAN
Specialties: Home Health, Medical-Surgical