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This presentation (59:49 minutes) by Aida Wen discusses how to manage a dementia behavior crisis. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) know how to recognize delirium; (2) know how to recognize psychosis; (3) be able to describe behaviors accurately; (4) consider possible underlying causes; (5) assess for other triggers; (6) learn basic tools of crisis intervention; and (7) try helpful communication approaches. Slides are available for download. (Presentation starts at 7:20 minutes.)

This presentation (59:47 minutes) is part of a mini-conference through Dakota Geriatrics which discusses challenges associated with dementia diagnosis. A panel discussion of providers and caregivers the challenges of living with dementia as well as caring for someone with dementia.

In this presentation (56:29 minutes), Michelle Sorweid discusses how to detect and evaluate cognitive impairment. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) discuss the importance of early detection; (2) learn appropriate means of cognitive assessment; and (3) the etiology of cognitive disorders. Her presentation slides are available to download and includes the topic of Aducanumab but is not discussed in her lecture. A case care presentation is also included and is given by Celia Pena. Part of the Age-Friendly ECHO series.

In this presentation (1:19:18 minutes), Rachel Brenner discusses delirium and the 5Ms. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) understand context and current definition of delirium; (2) review age-friendly health system 4Ms and the 5th M, multimorbidity; (3) discuss how each "M" relates to core principles in preventing and managing delirium; (4) understand delirium in a new context/light; and (5) discuss goals for future care. Included in this presentation is a patient care case given by Miriam Beattie. Part of the Age-Friendly ECHO series.

This presentation (1:09:26 minutes) by Trudy Bearden discusses strategies and tips for a successful tele-visit and considers such topics as inclusivity, preparation, privacy concerns, time of visit tips, technology, and follow-up.

This presentation (1:11:59 minutes) by Trudy Bearden discusses strategies to leverage telemedicine and virtual services to enhance access and improve health care delivery in the long-term services and supports settings. Facilitated by the Utah Geriatric Education Consortium partner, Comagine Health, this ECHO session includes a case study, ample opportunities for discussion, and must-know information and clarifications to ensure successful and sustained remote service delivery.

This presentation (1:02:37 minutes) by Trudy Bearden discusses emerging best practices for interacting with and leveraging the technology in ways that are person-centered for both staff and patients alike. Viewers are invited to consider the key elements of team-based approaches to telehealth, focusing on the role of the nurse. The target audience for this session includes any staff at in the nursing or assisted living facility or home health setting who is likely to support or participate in telehealth or virtual service delivery.

This presentation (1:03:35 minutes) by James Ballard discusses urinary incontinence. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) discuss the types of urinary incontinence and associated symptoms; and (2) describe how to perform pelvic floor muscle exercises correctly and how to use the muscles functionally to decrease urinary incontinence. Slides are available to download. Part of the Age-Friendly ECHO series.

This presentation (1:02:36 minutes) by Kathy Nelson discusses providing caregiving from a distant location. Ojectives in this presentation are to: (1) explore where the distant caregiver stands; (2) review the "six R's" of the distant caregiver (skills); (3) discuss the best practices associated with each "R"; (4) find local support through national channels; and (5) explore support options when engaging with care receiver's friends, neighbors, and others. Slides are available to download. Part of the Fireside Chat series.

This presentation (1:03:19 minutes) by Dorothy A. Colby discusses challenging behaviors in people living with dementia and what is underneath it. Topics discussed are: (1) what are challenging behaviors?; (2) what makes these situations happen?; (3) 10 human unmet needs; (4) it's all about the amygdala; (5) visual, verbal, and touch connections; and (6) looking at our role and needs. (Presentation starts at 2:25 minutes.)