The Experience of Transitioning to a Caregiving Role for a Family Member with Alzheimer's Disease or Related Dementia
Purpose of Activity
To present the results of a study done to explore the lived experiences of people who transition to the role of caregiver for a family member with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- recognize characteristics of patients with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia and those of their caregivers.
- identify the findings of this study and its implications for practice.
Disclosures
The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Price:
$12.95
Credits:
- ANCC 1.0 CH
- DC - BON 1.0 CH
- KY-BON 1.0 CH
- GA - BON 1.0 CH
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
Test Code: AJN0917A
Published: Sep 2017
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources:
AJN, American Journal of Nursing
Required Passing Score: 12/17 (70%)
Categories:
Geriatrics