Includes bibliographical references and index.

Preface Acknowledgements About the companion website Part 1: Setting the scene 1. Introduction 2. The experiences of people with dementia Part 2: Dementia causes and types 3. Brain basics 4. Progression of dementia 5. Alzheimer s disease 6. Vascular Dementia (VaD) 7. Less common forms of dementia 8. Younger people with dementia 9. People with learning disabilities and dementia Part 3: Well-being and response in early stages 10. Promoting health to reduce risk of dementia 11. Recognition and assessment 12. Post-diagnostic advice 13. Signposting Part 4: Underpinning principles and skills 14. Values: compassion and dignity 15. The work of Tom Kitwood 16. Cultural issues 17. Spirituality 18. Communication 19. Common dementia-related problems Part 5: Mental health problems 20. Depression in people with dementia 21. Delirium in people with dementia 22. Psychosis in people with dementia Part 6: Physical health problems 23. Sensory impairment 24. Falls 25. Nutrition 26. Protecting and caring for skin 27. Continence 28. Constipation Part 7: Interventions 29. Exercise and dementia 30. Dementia-friendly communities 31. Medication for dementia-related problems 32. Anti-dementia medication 33. Medication management 34. Cognitive interventions 35. Activities for people with dementia 36. Creativity and people with dementia 37. Music therapy 38. Reminiscence 39. Life stories and memory boxes 40. Reality orientation 41. Validation Part 8: The physical environment 42. Sensory environment 43. Pets: animals as therapy 44. Assistive technology 45. Design for dementia Part 9: Carers and relationships 46. Relationships and dementia 47. Sex and sexuality 48. Carers' issues and carer support 49. Reducing stress levels for family carers 50. Having difficult conversations Part 10: Responding to dementia-related difficulties 51. The multi-disciplinary team 52. Care planning 53. Personal care 54. Resistance to care 55. Sundowning syndrome and sleep 56. Transitions 57. Walking 58. End of life care Part 11: Ethical and legal issues 59. Abuse, neglect and safeguarding 60. Ethical issues 61. Advocacy 62. Mental capacity Part 12: The Future 63. Leadership issues 64. Research 65. Conclusion References Further reading Index

The perfect companion for health and social care professionals, nurses, students as well as family members and voluntary workers needing information and guidance about dementia care. Dementia Care at a Glance is the perfect companion for health and social care professionals, nurses, students as well as family members and voluntary workers needing information and guidance about dementia care. Taking a person-centred and interpersonal approach, each chapter outlines an aspect of the experience of living with dementia and the steps that the nurse or healthcare professional can take to support them. This comprehensive book will assist readers to respond effectively, sensitively and with compassion to people living with dementia in acute settings, as well as in care environments and at home. It acknowledges the challenges that arise for people with dementia, family members and professionals and offers practical solutions based on current thinking and best practice. Presented in the bestselling at a Glance format, with superb illustrations and a concise approach Covers the common forms and manifestations of dementia, their causes, and how to address them Addresses a wide range of topics including, interventions, communication, care planning, medication, therapy, leadership as well as ethical and legal issues Takes a positive holistic approach, including not only physical and mental health issues but social and spiritual implications and a person-centred focus throughout Suitable for students on a range of healthcare courses Supported by a companion website with multiple-choice questions and reflective questions

Also available in printed form ISBN 9781118859988

Electronic reproduction. Browns Books For Students. Mode of access: World Wide Web.