Concept Map Alzheimers PDF

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Concept map for Alzheimer's disease ...

Description

Pathophysiology

Symptoms

Cognitive Testing Mild- disorientation to date, impaired recall,State Exam (MMSE), Mini-Mental diminished insight, irritability, apathy Mini Cog

A nonreversible type of dementia that progresses over many years; widespread neuron (3) degeneration leaves gaps in the brain’s messaging network that interfere with communication between cells

Moderate- fluent aphasia, increased disorientation, impaired recognition, poor judgement, difficulties comprehending, trouble performing ADLs, aggression, restlessness, sleep disturbances, psychosis, dysphoria Severe- unable to use language appropriately, memory only to the moment, need assistance with all ADLs, urinary and fecal incontinence

Alzheimer’s Disease

Priority Issues

Common Medications Provide a safe environment Provide cognitive stimulation Provide verbal and nonverbal forms of communication Monitor behavior/personality changes

Focus Assessment Check cognitive status, memory, Antipsychotics, antidepressants, anxiolytics to help with judgment, and personality changes behavior/emotional problems Check skin weekly for breakdown Cholinesterase inhibitorsObserve can helpand document patterns of slow the course of the disease but behavior don’t work for all patients Provide a safe environment...