Alzheimer'S Disease - Overview

Course overview

This is a web-based course requiring an internet connection to access the required online reading materials. Course instructions provide a direct link to the public-access online document. Alzheimer's disease is an increasing concern for the aging American population. It is important for healthcare providers to have a basic familiarity with the disease, in order to provide adequate diagnosis, treatment, and referrals. This course, based on documents from the National Institute on Aging and the Alzheimer's Association, provides an overview of the prevalence, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and progression of Alzheimer's disease, as well as information about caregiving and caregiver support. As such, this course is relevant to all clinicians who work with elderly individuals, their families, and their caretakers. Course #10-39 | 2010 | 7 posttest questions | 3 page course download includes instructions, link to online document and posttest questions