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5107. Behaviors and Communication
4.00 credits
Prerequisites: Instructor consent.
Grading Basis: Graded
Introduction to common behaviors seen in dementias and will include designing activities for dementia patients, alternative therapies. Students will participate in virtual simulations, and case studies around effective communication, effective communication as it relates to challenging behaviors, as well as pain assessment. Through this course, students will learn the importance of quality care in decreasing anxiety in persons with dementia that may lead to challenging behaviors.
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