Advance Care Planning at Primary Practices: Using Tools from the Conversation Project to Increase Skills
This webinar (52:51 minutes) given by Connie Ducharme discusses how to provide advance care planning in primary care practices by using tools from the Conversation Project in order to increase skills. By the end of this webinar, learners should be able to: (1) identify the importance of having goals of care conversations; (2) describe the role of The Conversation Project in advance care planning; (3) describe when to use the different conversation starter kits; and (4) identify ways to increase advance care planning in practices.
Behaviors: The Good, Bad, and How to support Creative Interventions
This webinar (1:03:23 minutes) given by Kelly McCarthy, discusses non-pharmacological approaches in supporting individuals who exhibit behaviors that manifest as need or distress. How caregivers can support the challenges of two common transitions (a residential move and the introduction of caregivers) is also taught in this webinar.
Understanding the Early Stage of Dementia for an Interprofessional Team
This webinar (1:29:13 minutes) given by Marguerite McLaughlin discusses signs and changes in cognitive status of early-stage dementia and describes strategies for managing symptoms. By the end of this webinar, learners should be able to: (1) describe hallmark signs of early-stage dementia; (2) list changes in cognitive status that are typical of early-stage dementia; (3) identify common manifestations that arise during early-stage dementia; (4) identify common issues that arise during early-stage dementia; and (5) describe general strategies for managing symptoms of dementia.
Advance Care Planning (ACP) from Intent to Actionable Orders
This presentation (1:25:33 minutes) given by Richard Stuart discusses the importance of advance care planning and the pragmatics of delivering this service. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) develop skill in helping patients create a living will; (2) develop skill in assessing patient capacity; and (3) develop skill in completing medical orders. Slides are available to download on the link.
Ophthalmology for the Geriatrician
This presentation (1:28:00 minutes) given by Thellea K. Leveque discusses ophthalmology using a case-based approach. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) provide information to patients in order to help them better comply with therapeutic agents; (2) understand ophthalmic manifestations of diseases, such as hypertension; and (3) distinguish among different causes of vision loss. Slides are available to download on the link.
Older People with Cognitive Impairment
This presentation (1:20:57 minutes) given by Elizabeth Vig discusses caring for older people with cognitive impairment and ethical dilemmas. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) describe ethical dilemmas that may arise in the care of individuals at different stages of dementia; (2) describe decision-making abilities that are assessed when determining if an individual has decisional capacity; and (3) discuss the concept of moral distress and identify risk factors for developing it. Slides are available to download on the link.
Driving and Dementia
This presentation (1:24:17 minutes) given by Kristoffer Rhoads discusses driving and dementia. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) identify most prevalent cognitive risk factors threatening driving skills; (2) identify screening/assessment measures for cognitive function with combined ecological validity and suitability for primary and specialty care settings; and (3) identify resources and referral processes for further evaluation and additional community mobility services. Slides are available to download on the link.
The Whole Person in Dementia
This presentation (1:24:43 minutes) given by Stephen Thielke discusses considering the whole person when caring for a dementia patient. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) define the key findings in dementia; (2) differentiate dementia from other conditions; and (3) explain the psychosocial consequences of dementia on patients and caregivers. Slides are available to download on the link.
Source: Northwest Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Center- Geriatric Healthcare Lecture Series, 2024.
Frontline Tools: Delirium, Dementia, and Depression in Older Adults
This presentation (1:20:54 minutes) given by Emily Trittschuh discusses dementia, delirium, and depression. By the end of this presentation, learners should be able to: (1) characterize dementia, delirium, and depression; (2) identify key similarities and differences between these clinical syndromes; (3) recognize warning signs and initiate diagnostic work-up; and (4) utilize data to guide treatment and care planning. Slides are available to download on the link.
Treatment of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
This presentation (1:33:26 minutes) given by Piruz Huda discusses how to manage behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD).