Lecture Notes on Dementia Care: Assessment Techniques and Tools

These flashcards cover key concepts related to assessment techniques and tools in dementia care, focusing on diagnosis, functional and emotional assessments, and the importance of understanding client needs.

Diagnosis

The process of determining whether a person has dementia or another condition causing similar symptoms.

Functional Assessment

A tool used to evaluate a client’s ability to perform self-care and activities of daily living.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Tasks that are essential for self-care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.

Cognitive Assessment

An evaluation of a person's memory, reasoning, and communication abilities to determine cognitive impairment.

Emotional Assessment

An evaluation of mood and coping mechanisms in clients, particularly in response to stress.

Social Assessment

An evaluation of a client’s ability to perform social roles and interact with others.

Safety Assessment

An evaluation focused on ensuring the client's living environment is safe.

Spiritual Assessment

An evaluation of the spiritual needs and beliefs of a client, acknowledging their sense of purpose in life.

Driving Assessment

An evaluation of a person's capability to drive safely and the potential impact of dementia on driving abilities.

History and Physical Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation involving medical history and physical health, utilized to diagnose dementia.