ALZHEIMER'S
DISEASE Alzheimer's, the
most common of the dementias, results in gradual deterioration
until death. With no known cause and no curative treatment, the
disease places tremendous pressure on caregivers both at home
and in facilities. Learn the risk factors, pathology, S&S, medical
management, and promising research for this desease. Nursing
implications for both the caregiver at home and the patient in
the facility are presented. (COURSE STYLE-MEDIUM)