Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders: Family and Ethical Issues
Hours: 1.00
Alzheimer’s disease not only affects the lives of those with the disease but also changes the lives of their family members. Imagine how upsetting it is to find that your spouse will not grow old with you and do the things you planned together. Imagine the strain it puts on the children as they find themselves caring for their parent who no longer remembers them. The emotional and physical toll of providing care for basic activities to a once independent loved one can be overwhelming. Caring for the person with Alzheimer’s disease also means caring for the family, but remember that all families handle situations differently and their needs will vary. In this module, you will learn about the issues that family members face when a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease and ways you can help them through this often turbulent time. Additionally, you will learn about common ethical issues that may arise when caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s disease not only affects the lives of those with the disease but also changes the lives of their family members. Imagine how upsetting it is to find that your spouse will not grow old with you and do the things you planned together. Imagine the strain it puts on the children as they find themselves caring for their parent who no longer remembers them. The emotional and physical toll of providing care for basic activities to a once independent loved one can be overwhelming. Caring for the person with Alzheimer’s disease also means caring for the family, but remember that all families handle situations differently and their needs will vary. In this module, you will learn about the issues that family members face when a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease and ways you can help them through this often turbulent time. Additionally, you will learn about common ethical issues that may arise when caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease.
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Recognize issues facing family members of people with Alzheimer’s disease.
Identify resources and strategies for assisting family members deal with the issues they are facing.
State common ethical dilemmas you may face when caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease and their families.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
A. About This Course
B. Learning Objectives
Section 2: Helping with Family Issues and Concerns
A. It Starts with Diagnosis
B. Advance Care Planning
C. Behavioral Symptoms
D. Caregiver Strain
E. Living Arrangements
F. Staying Involved
G. End-of-Life Care
H. Grief
I. Grief Process
J. Review
K. Summary
Section 3: Ethical Decisions
A. Ethics
B. Case Study #1
C. Case Study #2
D. Important Decisions
E. Missing Persons
F. Review
G. Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
A. Summary
B. Course Contributors
C. Resources
D. References
E. Congratulations!
Instructor: Elizabeth Kellerman, MSN, RN
Elizabeth Kellerman, MSN, RN worked as a critical care nurse in an Intensive Care Unit of a community hospital and that experience provided significant training in caring for older adults. Her experience and knowledge led her to nursing education where she taught at a community college as she received her Master's in Nurse Education at Western Carolina University. As a nursing instructor, she spent time in many types of care settings including medical-surgical inpatient and community living centers. Her passion for education and training has most recently led her to a position as Subject Matter Expert and Content Writer for Relias. She is currently developing her medical writing skills through the University of California San Diego's medical writing program. Disclosure: Elizabeth Kellerman, MSN, RN discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor
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