1. Explain what is meant by the term ‘dementia’ Dementia is the term used to describe a group of symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by certain diseases and conditions. Symptoms are progressive and degenerative and as more brain cell get damaged or die, a gradual loss of memory and decline in other intellectual functions which affects a person’s ability to remember, make rational judgments or communicate and is serious enough to interfere with performing the tasks of daily life. There are many different types of dementia, both inherited and non-inherited forms, with Alzheimer’s disease and Vascular dementia the most commonly diagnosed type. Dementia can occur to anyone at any age from damage to the cardiovascular system or a family history of Alzheimer’s disease, although it is most commonly associated with aging.
DEM 201 Task 1 Design an information booklet explaining to relative of the individuals you support What is meant by the term dementia? The term 'dementia' describes a set of symptoms which include loss of memory, mood changes, and problems with communication and reasoning. These symptoms occur when the brain is damaged by certain diseases, including Alzheimer's disease and damage caused by a series of small strokes. Dementia is progressive, which means the symptoms will gradually get worse. How fast dementia progresses will depend on the individual person and what type of dementia they have.
Ellesse Britton Unit 13 Dementia awareness 1.1 explain what is meant by the term dementia Dementia is the progressive decline in cognitive function which is a condition which is caused by an injury to the brain or by disease and affects our mental process. Dementia includes many different conditions with many different causes, such as changes to personality and developing memory disorders.. 1.2 Describe the key functions of the brain that are affected by dementia - Frontal Lobe – this is the part of the brain that has the role of controlling our movement, behaviour, personality and the understanding of what is around us -Parietal Lobe –this part of the brain had the role of controlling our language and our awareness and recognition of places objects and people. - Temporal Lobe – this part of the brain is responsible for vision, memory, language, hearing and learning. - Cerebrum lobe- this is the main part of our brain and is responsible for memory, attention, consciousness, senses and movement. -Occipital Lobe – this part of the brain is responsible for processing information on everything to do with vision.
Dementia Awareness Q1.1) Explain what is meant by the term ‘dementia’. A) Dementia is a term used to describe the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by specific diseases and conditions. It’s a progressive disease that affected the brain’s cognitive functions. Q1.2) Describe the key functions of the brain that are affected by dementia. A) The key functions that are affected by dementia are vision, memory, hearing, language and learning, which the temporal lobe (bottom left front lobe of the brain) is responsible for.
Unit 13: Dementia Awareness 1.1 Explain what is meant by the term ‘dementia’ Dementia is not a natural part of the ageing process. It is a progressive illness with a physical cause. Symptoms are caused due to changes in the brain, the more the brain changes the more the severe the symptoms. Dementia is a set of symptoms that may include memory loss, difficulty thinking, problem solving or language. 1.2 Describe the key functions of the brain that are affected by dementia.
2.2 Outline the social model of dementia. This is personal centred, focusing on the rights of the individual, in turn empowering the individual, promoting independence, giving choice and looking at what the individual is able to do. 2.3 Explain why dementia should be viewed as a disability. Individuals who have dementia are not aware of requirements for living. They can forget to do the essential things that are vital.
Assignment for Unit 1: – Dementia Awareness TASK A – Booklet 1.1 Explain what is meant by the term 'dementia' Dementia is the progressive decline in cognitive function due to damage or disease in the body beyond what might be expected from normal aging. Unlike Alzheimer's disease, which is a specific change in the brain, dementia is more of a generic term that can include many conditions and various causes. 1.2 Describe the key functions of the brain that are affected by dementia The key functions that are affected by dementia are: Temporal lobe = responsible for vision, memory, language, hearing, learning Frontal lobe = responsible for decision making , problem solving, control behaviour and emotions Parietal lobe = responsible for sensory information from the body, also where letters are formed, putting things in order and spatial awareness Occipital lobe = responsible for processing information related to vision Cerebrum lobe = biggest part of the Brain its role is memory, attention, thought, and our consciousness, senses and movement Hippocampus = responsible for memory forming, organizing and storing and emotions 1.3 Explain why depression, delirium and age-related memory impairment may be mistaken for dementia This may be the case because they all share many of the same symptons as dementia, for example: Symptoms of depression: Anxiety, irritability, Delusions Hallucinations Increased or decreased body movements Pacing, wringing their hands, pulling or rubbing their hair, body, or clothing Sleep disturbance: difficulty getting to sleep, staying asleep or especially waking up early Changes in appetite: usually loss of appetite but sometimes increased appetite Weight loss or occasionally weight gain Fatigue, decreased energy Difficulty concentrating, thinking or making decisions Slowed speech,
LOG: QCF LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE JUSTINE MBANGU MILAPU Name:…………………………………………………………………………… … UNIT: 32: DEM 301 Understand the Process and Experience of Dementia THIS WORKBOOK COVERS THE FOLLOWING: Unit 32: DEM 301: 1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.1.3, 1.1.4, 1.1.5, 2.2.1, 2.2.2, 2.2.3, 2.2.4, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.3.4 Questions 1.1 Describe a range of causes of dementia syndrome Answers Dementia is caused by damage in the brain.The most common causes of dementia are called neurodegenerative diseases, and include Alzheimer’s disease , fronrotemporal dementia , and dementia , and dementia with Lewy bodies.The brain cells degenerate and die more quickly than is part of the normal ageing process. This leads to a decline i a person’s mental and , sometimes , physical abilities.The gradual changes and damage to brain cells are caused by a build-up of abnormal proteins in the brain. The abnormal proteins are different in each type of neurodegenerative dementia . In not inherited directly from family members. However , a small number of cases of Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia can run in families.
Unit 13 - Understand the Process and Experience of Dementia Understand the neurology of dementia 1.1 - Describe a range of causes of dementia syndrome 1.2 - Describe the types of memory impairment commonly experienced by individuals with dementia 1.3 - Explain the way that individuals process information with reference to the abilities and limitations of individuals with dementia 1.4 - Explain how other factors can cause changes in an individual’s condition that may not be attributable to dementia 1.5 - Explain why the abilities and needs of an individual with dementia may fluctuate Understand the impact of recognition and diagnosis of dementia 2.1 - Describe the impact of early diagnosis and follow-up to diagnosis 2.2 - Explain the importance of recording possible signs or symptoms of dementia in an individual in line with agreed ways of working 2.3 - Explain the process of reporting possible signs of dementia within agreed ways of working 2.4a - Describe the possible impact of receiving a diagnosis of dementia on: - the individual 2.4b - Describe the possible impact of receiving a diagnosis of dementia on: - their family and friends Understand how dementia care must be underpinned by a person-centred approach 3.1 - Compare a person-centred and a non-person centred approach to dementia care 3.2 -Describe a range of different techniques that can be used to meet the fluctuating abilities and needs of the individual with dementia 3.3 - Describe how myths and stereotypes related to dementia may affect the individual and their
B. Thesis Sentence: Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, degenerative and irreversible brain disorder. Preview of main points (these exact words will be used to recap/summarize) 1. What Alzheimer’s Disease is and when the first centers where established 2. Recognize the warning signs 3. What stages a person will go through when diagnosed C. Establish