| Description |
xii, 375 pages ; 28 cm |
| Contents |
Pt. 1. Getting started -- Ch. I. Laying the groundwork for change -- Ch. II. Teaching techniques that work -- Ch. III. Teaching adult students -- Pt. 2. Lessons -- Lesson 1. Helping the person by understanding the problem -- Lesson 2. Helping the person by understanding how the brain affects behavior -- Lesson 3. Facilitating function by treating excess disability -- Lesson 4. Facilitating function by treating stress -- Lesson 5. Applying skills in activities of daily living -- Lesson 6. Helping the person by enriching communication -- Lesson 7. Helping the person by sustaining relationships -- Lesson 8. Caring for the person by meeting emotional needs -- Lesson 9. Helping the person by addressing mood -- Lesson 10. Restoring enjoyment through activities -- Lesson 11. Thinking through challenging behaviors -- Lesson 12. A plan and a celebration -- Pt. 3. Additional information for educators -- Ch. IV. Evaluating your training |
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Ch. V. Making the best use of charting and information-based systems -- Ch. VI. Using assessment instruments |
| Summary |
"Good training is the foundation for a confident and competent caregiver and supports the dignity and well-being of persons with dementia and their families. With her unmistakable compassion, humor, and wisdom, Nancy L. Mace has provided a much-needed guidebook for better teaching and better care."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Dementia -- Patients -- Care -- Study and teaching.
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Dementia -- Patients -- Care.
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Nursing -- Study and teaching.
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Dementia -- nursing.
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Education, Nursing -- methods.
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Teaching -- methods.
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| Author |
Coons, Dorothy H.
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Weaverdyck, Shelly.
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| LC no. |
2004012461 |
| ISBN |
0801880432 paperback alkaline paper |
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0801880424 hardcover alkaline paper |
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