Communication with Cognitively Impaired Residents/Patients
10
About the Course
In the CNA role you help with assisting patients with moderate to severe cognitive impairment, however communication seems to be a common obstacle when working with these patients. This course provides CNAs with a basic understanding of cognitive impairment disorders and how they impact delivery of care with patients.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the difference between cognitive impairment and dementia.
- Give an example of each.
- Describe the characteristics of Alzheimer’s disease (AD).
- List and describe strategies to enhance communication with cognitively impaired individuals.
- Identify factors that interfere with communication with cognitively impaired individuals. Give an example of each.
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Communication with Cognitively Impaired Residents/Patients
10
About the Course
In the CNA role you help with assisting patients with moderate to severe cognitive impairment, however communication seems to be a common obstacle when working with these patients. This course provides CNAs with a basic understanding of cognitive impairment disorders and how they impact delivery of care with patients.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the difference between cognitive impairment and dementia.
- Give an example of each.
- Describe the characteristics of Alzheimer’s disease (AD).
- List and describe strategies to enhance communication with cognitively impaired individuals.
- Identify factors that interfere with communication with cognitively impaired individuals. Give an example of each.