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ACD5101 Advanced Concepts in Dementia Care
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
Credit Points: 20
 
Description:

This unit will cover the theoretical underpinnings of care for people with dementia and support for their family carers. As well as exploring the pathophysiology of the various types of dementia, the associated trajectories, and the worldwide impact of increases in the number of people with dementia, students will critically examine the evidence basis for practice in this area and relevant legal and ethical issues.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
SPAAEOGerontological Nursing Area of Specialisation
V92Graduate Certificate in Dementia Studies
S04Graduate Diploma in Dementia Studies
W10Graduate Diploma in Dementia Studies
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 3/31/2010 VET: 3/31/2010