(HS Atkinson 077665 2017) Differentiating Dementias
Tracking # 20-935227
Course overview
The longer you've worked in healthcare - whatever the field - the more you've seen Alzheimer's disease and other dementias take a toll on your patients. It's important you can confidently spot the signs of normal vs. abnormal aging... before it's too late! In this care-changing video seminar, geriatric expert Steven Atkinson's, PA-C, MS, will leave you with practical and insightful tips and tools you will put into practice the very next day! Be the first on your unit to identify the critical signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Put your patients and their families at ease with your knowledge of appropriate diagnostic tests and the ability to achieve an accurate diagnosis. Learn effective interventions that promote positive communication between care-givers, loved ones, and your aging patient. Healthcare professionals from across the country have trusted Steven's dynamic teaching style, have learned from his real-life examples and decades of experience, and have been inspired by his passion for working with the elderly. Join the dozens of nurses who have already elevated the care they provide to patients living with dementia. Get started today!
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Audiologist
Audiologist Assistant
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Social Worker
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Steven Atkinson is the founder and co-owner of Twin Cities Physicians and Midwest Geriatrics Services, and he is the owner of Mindful Geriatrics, LLC. He provides legal counseling services to medical professionals and receives compensation. He is adjunct faculty at the University of Utah. Steven Atkinson receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Steven Atkinson is a member of the board for MDMA. He is a member of AMDA/PALTC, GMPA, and others. For a complete list, please contact info@pesi.com.