Occupational therapy in dementia care

Dementia ◽  
2010 ◽  
pp. 216-224 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Dementia Care

scholarly journals Evaluation of Person-Centredness in Rehabilitation for People Living with Dementia Is Needed: A Review of the Literature

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kate Allen Christensen ◽  
Karen-Margrethe Lund ◽  
Jette Thuesen
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Dementia Care ◽  
Complex Nature ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Know How ◽  
Effective Strategies ◽  
Search Terms ◽  
Year 2000 ◽  
Analytical Frameworks ◽  
Expected Increase

Background. With an expected increase in the prevalence of dementia, change in care policies and healthcare systems worldwide is needed. Rehabilitation is increasingly recognised as contributing to dementia care. Rehabilitation subscribes to person-centredness, and thus, evaluations of person-centredness in rehabilitation for people living with dementia are relevant in order for healthcare professionals to know how best to practice person-centredness. Aim. The aim of this study was to identify methods of evaluating person-centeredness in rehabilitation for people living with dementia. Materials and Methods. Review of the literature using the search terms dementia, person-centredness, and rehabilitation or occupational therapy. Databases searched included: CINAHL, PubMed, Embase, PsycINFO, OTseeker, and SveMed+. The study included peer-reviewed articles from year 2000 to 2018 in Danish, English, Norwegian, or Swedish. Results. Only one academic article met the inclusion criteria. In that article, person-centred practice was evaluated using observation and interview as well as analytical frameworks from person-centred care and occupational therapy. Conclusion. Evaluations of person-centred practice in rehabilitation for people living with dementia in peer-reviewed literature are lacking. Evaluations are needed to identify effective strategies to pursue and uphold person-centred care. Given the dearth of research on evaluations of person-centredness in rehabilitation, this article included research in person-centred dementia care in the discussion, which potentially can inspire practice and research of rehabilitation for people living with dementia. To understand the complex nature of person-centredness, a variety of research methodologies of qualitative and quantitative characters are recommended for evaluations.

scholarly journals 29 Adapting Dementia and Delirium Awareness Training to a Rehabilitation Setting

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (Supplement_3) ◽  
pp. iii17-iii65
Author(s):  
Emma O'Brien ◽  
Monica Devine ◽  
Sarah Maxwell ◽  
Catherine McDonnell ◽  
Stuart Lee
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Dementia Care ◽  
Awareness Training ◽  
Likert Scales ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Patient Profile ◽  
People With Dementia ◽  
Adult Rehabilitation ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background The patient profile in a Dublin rehabilitation hospital has changed in recent years to include older adult rehabilitation alongside orthopaedic rehabilitation. A snapshot audit completed by the occupational therapy department on one day in 2018 demonstrated that 64% of patients had an assessment score indicative of a cognitive impairment. A subjective gap in knowledge regarding dementia care and a misunderstanding of the ability of people with dementia to engage in rehabilitation was identified. It was imperative that dementia awareness training was provided with a particular focus on modifying rehabilitation techniques to cater for these patients. Methods A dementia care committee was established with an Educational Development subgroup responsible for addressing dementia and delirium awareness training. Educational material was received from the field of occupational therapy, nursing, medicine, pharmacy and dietetics. The programme was accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. A focus group was completed pre/post formulation of the presentation with various departmental representatives. Feedback provided was used to inform and finalise the training content. Results Sessions are completed once monthly. One hundred and seven participants to date have attended. Ten-point Likert scales are completed pre and post training. Data from the Likert scales were analysed revealing on average a 24.4 % increase in knowledge of dementia, a 27.6% increase in awareness of the impact of dementia on function and a 23.3% increase in confidence in caring for a patient with dementia. Highest contingent of staff members trained were household and catering staff (19%) nursing staff (18%), and health care attendants (13%). Conclusion This essential training is ongoing with thirty per cent of staff trained to date. The objective is for all staff to complete this training for enhanced care and rehabilitation for all patients with dementia. It will also aim to review treatment for all patients with cognitive impairment so unique rehabilitation programmes can be tailored.

scholarly journals Determinants for the effectiveness of implementing an occupational therapy intervention in routine dementia care

2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carola M. E. Döpp ◽  
Maud J. L. Graff ◽  
Marcel G. M. Olde Rikkert ◽  
Maria W. G. Nijhuis van der Sanden ◽  
Myrra J. F. J. Vernooij-Dassen
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Dementia Care ◽  
Occupational Therapy Intervention ◽  
Therapy Intervention
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