Brief Introduction
Understand the needs of people with dementia, and how to better support them and enhance their wellbeing towards the end of life.Course Summary
Learn how to provide compassionate end-of-life care for people with dementia. Explore symptom management, communication techniques and support for families.Key Learning Points
- Gain a deeper understanding of dementia and its impact on end-of-life care
- Learn communication techniques to effectively communicate with patients and their families
- Explore symptom management strategies and support for families
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the unique challenges of end-of-life care for people with dementia
- Develop effective communication skills with patients and their families
- Learn strategies for managing symptoms and providing support for families
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge or experience required
- Access to a computer with internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Video lectures
- Interactive quizzes and activities
Similar Courses
- Palliative Care Always
- End of Life Care: Challenges and Innovation
- Dementia: Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviour
Related Education Paths
- Certificate in Palliative Care
- Certificate in Gerontology
- Certificate in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing
Notable People in This Field
- Surgeon, Writer, and Public Health Researcher
- Palliative Care Physician and Author
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is aimed at health and social care professionals. You’ll need a basic level of dementia awareness, which you may have gained in a health or social care setting, working with people with dementia, or through caring for a relative, friend or neighbour. During the course, you’ll be able to discuss your experiences with other learners and learn from theirs. It may also be useful to you to have a friend or colleague with whom you can discuss and reflect on issues that might arise during the course.
Outline
- Maintaining dignity through relationship Introduction Connecting with others Advance care planning Expressing self Maintaining dignity through comfort Introduction Wellbeing at the end of life Nutrition and hydration Symptom management Maintaining dignity through finding meaning Introduction Finding meaning Specialist support Supporting families through grief Summary
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews of the End of Life Care for People with Dementia course on FutureLearn. Users have generally found the course to be informative and valuable in understanding how to care for people with dementia at the end of their lives. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the comprehensive content that covers a range of topics from communication to symptom management.Pros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive content covering a range of topics
- Informative and valuable in understanding how to care for people with dementia
- Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Good balance of theory and practical application
- Opportunity to connect with other learners and share experiences
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be repetitive
- A few technical glitches reported by users
- Limited focus on cultural considerations in end of life care
- Some users found the course to be too basic and not suitable for those with prior knowledge
- A few users reported difficulty with navigating the platform
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