Managing Aggressive Behaviors in Dementia
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$145.00
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This 4-hour, intermediate-level continuing education course equips clinicians with evidence-informed strategies to assess, prevent, and manage aggressive behaviors in individuals with dementia across care settings. Participants will explore neurobiological and psychosocial contributors to aggression, apply structured assessment frameworks, and implement person-centered, non-pharmacologic interventions. The course also addresses interprofessional collaboration, caregiver communication, ethical considerations, and when pharmacologic approaches may be appropriate. Practical tools, case studies, and discipline-specific applications for RN, OT, and PT roles are emphasized.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Disclosure statements
Format: Asynchronous, Self-Paced
Level: Intermediate
CE Credits: 4 Contact Hours
Target Audience: Registered Nurses (RN), Occupational Therapists (OT), Physical Therapists (PT)
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe common types and triggers of aggressive behaviors in dementia.
- Differentiate between neuropsychiatric, medical, and environmental causes.
- Apply structured assessment tools to evaluate aggression.
- Implement person-centered, non-pharmacologic interventions.
- Demonstrate safe de-escalation and communication techniques.
- Integrate discipline-specific strategies for RN, OT, and PT practice.
- Identify when pharmacologic management may be indicated and associated risks.
- Promote caregiver support, safety, and ethical care practices.