Dementia Awareness

This CPD module discusses common progressive conditions that come under dementia, the signs and symptoms of the disease and communication with patients affected.

This CPD module provides you with 1 hour GDC verifiable CPD.

Related GDC development outcomes: A and D.

CategoryOnline Dental CPD Hub

Location

Online

Outcomes

Be aware of the more common progressive conditions that come under dementia
Recognise the early signs of dementia
Understand how to communicate with patients who suffer from dementia
Be aware key principles of legislation concerning dementia

Aims

The aim of this module is to give you an awareness of what dementia is, how it can present in dental patients who suffer from the disease, to recognise what the early signs are and how these patients can be supported in the dental practice.

Details

Verified hours: 1 hours
GDC outcomes: A,D

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