This unit is fully online.
Introduction
This intermediate unit will examine pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to symptom minimisation and care for people living with dementia. Students will be required to complete tasks translating knowledge into practice and demonstrate understanding of the underlying evidence for the treatment of diseases causing dementia.
Summary
| Unit name | Therapeutic Approaches for Dementia |
| Unit code | CAD202 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Discipline | Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Coordinator | Doctor Gary Morris |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Intermediate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse evidence that relates to therapeutic approaches for dementia.
- Discuss therapeutic approaches used to address cognitive decline and alleviate changed behaviour in people with dementia.
- Evaluate non-pharmacological and pharmacological approaches to supporting quality of life for people with dementia.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CAD101 and (CAD116 or CAD102)Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Online Learning – approx. 10 hours per week |
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| Assessment | Quizzes (10%)|Academic and lay summaries (45%)|Case study (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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