Problematic behaviors arise amongst patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia living in community with each other, whether it be with other patients or staff. Understanding the antecedent to the behavior, context, and consequences that occur following the behavior can provide insight into the behavior as a whole. Behavior planning is an effective way to implement change and modify behavior to be more adaptive and functional. To achieve the best outcomes for the patient and all providing care/services it is imperative that all staff are trained in how to utilize the behavioral interventions.This training offers staff the opportunity to make adjustments that will have a lasting impact increasing satisfaction and self-efficacy, while generating the ripple effect of improving the overall wellbeing and quality of care to patients in compliance with state and federal regulations, mitigating risks, and operating a thriving business.
Nurse Learner Outcome: At the conclusion of the session, participants will self-report knowledge gain of behavior management for Alzheimer's and Dementia patients on the post session evaluation.
Learner Objectives:
- Identify the problematic behavior, potential causes of the behavior, how to document specifics related to the behavior, and how to develop a plan.
- Examine strategies for training staff on how to implement the plan, remaining consistent, and how to reach targeted goal.
- Analyze the response and effectiveness of the plan and modifying as needed.