Frontotemporal Dementia: A Quick Overview
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$20.00
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Dementia results from a variety of diseases and injuries that impact the brain, leading to cognitive decline and reduced functional ability. Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) is a distinct type of dementia, yet it remains underrecognized and often misunderstood within the medical field. Affecting an estimated 60,000 individuals in the United States, FTD is commonly misdiagnosed as depression, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, or various psychiatric conditions. This course provides an in-depth examination of frontotemporal dementia, including its clinical features, classifications, underlying causes, and diagnostic approaches. It also reviews current treatment modalities, potential complications, management strategies, and essential nursing considerations aimed at enhancing the quality of life for those living with FTD.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Practitioner
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
New Hampshire Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
New Mexico Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
South Carolina Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Tennessee Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
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Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Examine the key risk factors associated with the development of dementia.
- Distinguish among the main types of frontotemporal dementia, including Behavioral Variant Frontotemporal Dementia (bvFTD), Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), and associated movement disorders.
- Identify the contributing factors that elevate the likelihood of frontotemporal dementia onset.
- Explore current treatment approaches and management strategies for individuals diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia.
- Understand essential nursing considerations in the care of patients with frontotemporal dementia and recognize available support resources for family caregivers.
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Disclosures
Cheap CE For Nurses, Inc and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.