What You’ll Discover in Maxwell Perkins Cognitive & Memory Decline in the Aging Brain Effective Assessment & Intervention
- Faculty:
- Maxwell Perkins
- Duration:
- 6 Hours 16 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and video
- Copyright:
- Sep 21, 2018
Description
In this recording, you’ll learn the The effect of aging upon memory and cognition to provide the Most effective therapy intervention. Learn how to prioritize treatment sessions so that you can focus on functional deficits due to memory/cognitive change. This course covers the following: the Age-related memory/cognitive loss ranging from mild to severe Cognitive Impairment (MCI) to end state Alzheimer’s and the Each one has different behavioral characteristics. We will also explore the effects of memory/cognitive decline upon executive function. You will be leaving the day with interventions to manage memory loss and cognitive decline that you can immediately put into practice, such as:
- You can use tools to distinguish between normal and abnormal memory/cognitive impairments that result from the Aging
- Assessments for yourself-Safety, medication management, fall risk and driving ability
- Considerations about the environment, caregiver training and compensation strategies are some of the options.
- Brain Exercise programs, stimulation activities and other non-invasive methods-Medication therapy for depression, insomnia, and mental inactivity
- Recommendations for appropriate discharge planning
You will find the most current information about brain plasticity, cognitive reserve, and intervention strategies. You will also be able communicate effectively with physicians and other members of the team about your concerns.
Handouts
| Manual Cognitive & Memory Decline in the Aging Brain (4.23 MB) | 76 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Instructions for ASHA Credit — SELF STUDY ONLY 09/21/18 (0.03MB) | Available after Purchase |
Outline
Spectrum Cognitive/Memory DeclineThe Latest Research
- Neuroplasticity
- Reversible causes
- Effect on Executive Function (EF).
- Cannabis use
Memory Loss and Cognitive Clinical examples of Impact
- Normal memory/cognitive decline
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
- Mild Alzheimer’s Disease (AD)
- Moderate AD
- AD severe
- Relationship with EF
Cognitive Assessments: Activities that are hands-on
- MoCA
- SLUMS
- Trail making
- MMSE
- ACLS
- Stroop Color
Interventions for contributing factors
- Depression and Suicide: Assessments, Referrals, Non-Medication therapy
- Sleep issues: The Sleep Log, Sleep Hygiene Program, and Environmental Strategies
- Inactivity mental and physical: Brain Stimulation activities, exercise programs/guidelines
- Vision and Hearing Loss: Improve your observational skills, referral abilities, and lighting strategies
Interventions for Independence and Safety
- Computers: Falls-Training based on risk and increased reaction time. Home safety checklist
- Driving: Assessment Tools, strategies, and state requirements for cessation driving
- Self-medication-Self-assessment tool for medication management-Strategies for caregiver training, adherence
- Home Management: Adaptive equipment, strategies for home safety, appropriate discharge environment
- Communication: Strategies to communicate with caregivers and doctors
Interventions to Manage Memory/Cognitive Decline
- Physical exercise: The best type, program implementation and shoes
- Communication: Create a stage for appropriate handouts
- Computer-Based Cognitive Training: Use and evidence-Based outcomes
- Spaced Retrieval
- Compensatory Strategies: Lists and calendars. Skill set money management.
Education and Resources
- Caregiver: Caregiver burnout, support systems and community services
- Medicare Guidelines: Documentation requirements, assessment facts
- Support groups and web resources
Faculty
Maxwell Perkins, MS, OTR/L Similar seminars and products 5
Maxwell Perkins, MS, OTR/L, An occupational therapist who has extensive experience in interdisciplinary clinical management, with a focus on the geriatric population. His clinical focus lies on effective assessment of and intervention for older adults suffering from memory/cognition difficulties. in A variety of settings are available including acute inpatient/outpatient, skilled nursing and other clinical settings. Maxwell She is now an independent consultant/educator. the He is the rehabilitation education director at two large health care agencies. He is an adjunct instructor and offers continuing education workshops locally and nationally. in the Pacific University Occupational Therapy course in Forrest Grove, Oregon. He is also a member of the State of Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensure Board.
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Speaker Disclosures
Financial: Maxwell Perkins Independent consultant. PESI Inc. provides him with a speaking honorarium.
Non-financial: Maxwell Perkins Are you a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
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