In this invaluable workshop you will learn the characteristics of dementia for effective differentiation of dementia as well as how to accurately stage your patients.

Jerry Hoepner – Dementia

Differentiation of Dementias

Cortical & Sub-cortical
Static or Dynamic/Reversible

Etiology of Various Dementias

Alzheimer’s
Parkinson’s
Vascular Dementia
Huntington’s
Lewy Body
Frontotemporal Dementia
Wilson’s
PSP
Cerebral Degeneration
Basil Ganglia Degeneration

Stages of Dementia/Clinical Staging
Identification of Models of Memory & Their Relationship to Dementia

Etiology & Symptoms

Sensory Memory
Working Memory
Declarative Memory

Non-declarative Memory
Medicare Compliance, Medical Necessity, GoalWriting

Jimmo v. Sebelius – Impact on treatment

Evaluation Tests

Brief Cognitive Rating Scale
Global Deterioration Scale
St. Louis University Mental Status Test (SLUMS)
Stroop Test
Trails A & B
Cognitive Linguistic Quick Test
Scales of Cognitive and Communication Ability for Neurorehab (SCCAN)
Environmental and Communication Assessment Toolkit for Dementia (ECAT)
MCI Screen
Allen Crosswalk & Cognitive Levels

Direct Therapeutic Interventions for Dementia

Spaced Retrieval
Priming
Reminiscence Therapy
Medications
Montessori Principles
Allen’s Techniques
Chaining Techniques
Attention Training Techniques
Sensory Stimulation Techniques
Errorless Learning Techniques
Meta-memory Exercises
Cognitive Rehab Dining
Appropriate iPad® Apps for Cognitive Therapy

Indirect Therapeutic Interventions for Dementia

Environmental Adaptations
Assistive Techniques for Cognition
Simulated Presence Therapy
Linguistic Manipulations
External Aids
Caregiver Education

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Description:

Accurately stage dementia and use staging level to modify treatment
Differentiate the forms of memory and the dementia diagnosis associated with each form
Documentation and medical necessity in accordance with Medicare guidelines
The role of medications and neurotransmitters in dementia

In this invaluable workshop you will learn the characteristics of dementia for effective differentiation of dementia as well as how to accurately stage your patients. You will walk away with an array of therapeutic approaches based on the patient’s diagnosis and stage level for successful intervention. This seminar will broaden your understanding of memory and pharmacology and provide evidence-based direct and indirect interventions to help you find the right approach for each patient. Additionally, you will discover how to fully comply with the recent Medicare policies (Jimmo v. Sebelius) and how these changes will impact treatment of your patients.
Key benefits of watching:

Differentiate cortical and sub-cortical, static and dynamic, and reversible cognitive impairment
Determine the patient’s stages of dementia to modify intervention practices
Differentiate the forms of memory and the dementia diagnosis associated with each form
Document cognitive therapy for adult patients with dementia in accordance with Medicare guidelines
Utilize peer-reviewed research regarding treatment strategies
Explain environmental adaptations utilized for the patient with dementia
Utilize visual cues during therapy to facilitate memory
Understand Jimmo v. Sebelius and the big implications for cognitive therapy