Module 6: Ten Steps for Treating BPSD and Evidence-Based Practices

Module Duration: 128 minutes

This Module discusses the 10 steps for treating BPSD using evidence-based practices. The Module will review how to identify behaviors, determine goals, select assessment instruments, choose interventions and more!

Learning Objectives:

1. To identify and distinguish between the 5 A’s of Alzheimer’s dementia
2. To describe the interaction between background and proximal factors associated with BPSD
3. To discuss at least 3 distinct best practice behavior basics to maximize positive interactions with persons with Alzheimer’s dementia
4. To explain the pertinence of Progressively Lowered Stress Threshold Theory

Other Courses in this program

• Module 1: Population Aging: Trends and Challenges
• Module 2: Learning, Memory, and Cognition with Age
• Module 3: Background on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
• Module 4: Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
• Module 5: Theory and Practice
• Module 7: General Considerations for Successful Programs

The Dementia Practice Guideline for Recreational Therapy consists of seven parts. A certificate of competition and 9.5 CEU credits will be awarded upon completion of ALL seven parts.