Essays about: "dementia care"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 47 essays containing the words dementia care.

1. 11. The Effect of Anticholinergic Medications on People living with Dementia: A Systematic Literature Review.

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialmedicin och global hälsa

   Author : Israt Jahan Dowel; [2022]
   Keywords : Dementia Alzheimer s Anticholinergic medications outcome ; Medicine and Health Sciences;

   Abstract : Abstract: Background: Dementia is a global public health concern as it causes high dependency of the patients with Dementia (PwD) on their families and the community. Dementia is an irreversible neurodegenerative disorder for the elderly often associated with many comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes, kidney diseases, etc. READ MORE

3. 12. Effectiveness of Support Monitoring and Reminder Technology for Mild Dementia on Persons with Mild Cognitive Impairment and Their Caregivers

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialmedicin och global hälsa

   Author : Poe Eindra Thant; [2022]
   Keywords : Mobile technology; mobile health; mild cognitive impairment; effectiveness; Medicine and Health Sciences;

   Abstract : Abstract Background: As the population ageing increases, the dramatic rise in cognitive disorders such as mild cognitive impairment and dementia has become a public health priority. Mobile health technology is a unique non-pharmacological intervention for dementia and cognitive disorders. READ MORE

4. 13. Growing memories : a research-based design proposal for Björklunden dementia facility

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

   Author : Amalie Svendsen; Linnéa Andersson; [2022]
   Keywords : Dementia; Alzheimer’s; Dementia Gardens; Dementia Facility; Research-based Design; Therapeutic Gardens; Garden Design; Health Promotion; Environmental Psychology; Plant Design; Management plans;

   Abstract : Access to outdoor environments at dementia institutions can help maintain and improve mental and physical well-being. There have been several beneficial aspects identified in research such as lowering stress and agitation and studies suggest that familiar plants with their sensory traits may help people with dementia recall memories. READ MORE

5. 14. Nurses’ and family caregivers’ experience of caring for persons with early-onset dementia : A literature review

   University essay from Röda Korsets Högskola

   Author : Chizoba Nathaniel Osuji; [2021]
   Keywords : Caregivers; Early-onset dementia; Experiences; Literature review; Patients; Anhörigvårdare; Litteraturöversikt; Patienter; Sjuksköterskor; Tidig demens; Upplevelser;

   Abstract : Background: Dementia is a progressive and chronic syndrome that leads to deterioration incognitive functions. Early-onset dementia are symptoms of dementia under 65 years, such as behavioural changes, neurological disorder, and depression. It causes decreased capabilities, dependence, reduced initiative, and motivation. READ MORE

6. 15. Minnen av krokus och sättpotatis : utemiljöns betydelse för personer med demenssjukdom på särskilt boende

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

   Author : Wilma Johnte; [2021]
   Keywords : hälsofrämjande miljöer; äldre; demenssjukdom; restorativa miljöer; särskilt boende; deltagande; evidensbaserad forskning; health-promoting environments; elderly; dementia; restorative environments; assisted living; participation; evidence-based research;

   Abstract : Flertalet studier visar på att naturen har en positiv påverkan på människans välbefinnande. Med detta menas att naturen kan verka lugnande och stressreducerande på oss under rätt förutsättningar. READ MORE