Parkinson's Disease

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This in-depth module covers standard principles and best practice guidelines in relation to Parkinson's Disease (PD), and focuses on how Parkinson's disease can be managed within health and social care settings.

12 Modules1 hour
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Parkinson's Disease

Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Define Parkinson's Disease (PD) and explain the causes of PD
  • Recall the epidemiology of PD and explain who is most at risk of developing PD
  • Describe the signs and symptoms of PD including both motor, and non-motor signs and symptoms
  • Describe how PD is usually diagnosed
  • Appreciate the variety of ways in which PD can be managed, including the use of medication
  • Understand the importance of people getting their Parkinson’s medication on time
  • Explain the ways in which PD may progress over time
  • Describe the communication and cognitive challenges associated with PD, their impact, and ways to deal with them
  • Appreciate the day-to-day difficulties someone with PD may experience, and discuss how you may support them
  • Be able to identify care plan actions for residents with PD

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Training Overview

  • What is Parkinson's Disease?
  • Causes of Parkinson's Disease
  • Epidemiology of Parkinson's Disease
  • Signs and Symptoms
  • Diagnosis
  • Management
  • Progression of Parkinson's Disease
  • Living with Parkinson's Disease
  • Communicative and Cognitive Challenges
  • Example of Care plan Actions
  • Summary
  • References
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