Communication Strategies (Acute)
Communication Strategies provides an overview of the communication changes usually experienced by people with dementia in the acute care setting and explains some simple strategies to help you communicate effectively with these patients.
Online module
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TierFoundational
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Module 4
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Completion time45 mins
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Module duration1 week
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Certificate of completion
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CostFree for Australian workers
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Module Overview
About this Module
In this module we explore the neurobiological changes and the difficulties with language and communication many people with dementia develop as the disease progresses. You will learn how to improve your communication with patients with dementia and simple strategies to implement.
Prerequisites
Before undertaking this module you will need to complete the following:
Learning Outcomes
After completing this module, staff should be able to:
- Understand the impact of dementia on communication.
- Identify and implement communication strategies which can be used to facilitate communication.
- Reflect on your communication style and rehearse modifications to verbal communication which may enhance understanding for the person with dementia.
Module Details
Continuing Professional Development
A completion certificate for CPD credit is awarded upon successful completion of this module.
Acknowledgements
The View from Here was developed by:
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Frederick Graham, Metro South Health
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Sandra Jeavons, Elizabeth Miles and Prof Elizabeth Beattie, Dementia Training Australia, QUT
It is based on a face-to-face education program of the same name previously developed by Queensland Dementia Training Study Centre.
The View from Here has been reviewed by clinicians and academics with expertise in dementia care in acute care settings, delirium management and learning design.
The View from Here was developed with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health.
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Version history
- Published: 29 Oct 2019
- Updated: 06 Nov 2024
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