DESCRIPTION
This course provides an overview of medications commonly prescribed for persons with dementia and their impacts. By the end of this course learners will be able to:
- Define dementia.
- Explain why medications are sometimes needed to manage symptoms caused by dementia.
- State three types of commonly prescribed medications for persons with dementia and why they are used.
- Describe three common side effects of commonly prescribed medications for persons with dementia.
- Discuss the risks involved in the use of anti-psychotic or psychotropic medications for persons with dementia.
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.25 CE/Contact Hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval # 20250324-1.25-A100102-DL. This course applies to the following professions:
- Nursing Home Administrators (all states)
- Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators (most states)
Learners must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.
Tags: 1.25 CE/Contact Hours, All States, Anti-Psychotics, Dementia, Medication Management & Dementia Care, Medications, NAB/NCERs Approved, Nursing Home Administrators, Persons with Dementia, RCFE Administrators