The Environment: Sensory, Physical, Social
Modifying environmental factors can positively impact on the wellbeing and function of a person with dementia during an acute care stay.
Online Module
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TierFoundational
Levels of Learning
Tier 1: Introductory
Tier 2: Foundational
Tier 3: Enhanced Practice
Tier 4: Advanced Practice
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Module 8
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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 introduce the general design features for patient safety and wellbeing.
We consider the person’s interaction with their environment and whether there are features in the environment which can be modified to promote ability and way-finding, and reduce stress.
You will learn about the 10 principles of environmental design that apply to people living with dementia.
Prerequisites
Before undertaking this module you will need to complete the following:
Learning Outcomes
After completing this module, staff should be able to:
- Identify both psychosocial and physical factors in the environment that may impact on the person with dementia.
- Apply the 10 evidenced-based principles of environmental design to improve the wellbeing and quality of care for people with dementia.
Module Details
Continuing Professional Development
This module is part of the course: The View From Here - Acute Care. For CPD information relating to this module specifically, please refer to the course overview.
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: 30 Jan 2025
