Caring for the Aging Patient
While the elderly are, in many respects, no different than their younger counterparts, there are dynamics in the aging process in Western culture that create subtle issues that are easily overlooked. Frequently, elderly patients are just written off as old and/or senile because neither caregiver nor elder recognize the deeper causes of the problems. Figuring out the root of aging patients' odd behavior and the reasons they act the way they do is a crucial factor in changing the environment within nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and even hospital and home-care settings. Recognition of these issues and properly addressing them improves the efficacy of treatment.
In this one-day seminar, Dr. Nygard will discuss common issues and possible psychiatric syndromes in the elderly patient. He will look at the often unrecognized influences of our media and culture on health care and elders' self-fulfilling prophecies for their behavior. Cognitive rehabilitation for dementia will be covered as well as alternative models for long-term care, such as the Eden Alternative and Green Houses. Participants will leave this seminar with the knowledge they need to immediately incorporate better treatment and understanding of their elderly patients.
Course Content
PREVALENCE OF PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS
IN THE ELDERLY
UNIVERSAL STRATEGIES
DEPRESSION
- partnering with psychotropics: synergistic strategies
SIGNS OF ANXIETY
FEELINGS OF LOSS
FAMILY CONTROL ISSUES
WAITING FOR JESUS ("I'M READY ANY
TIME, MAYBE TONIGHT")
THE PLAGUES OF LONG-TERM CARE
ALTERNATIVE MODELS FOR
ELDER CARE
HOSPICE CARE
HOSPITAL CARE
Guardianship and power of attorney
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N. KORTNER NYGARD, PhD, is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 40 years of experience. He currently is the Regional VP for Pychology and GeroPsych Services with Key Rehabilitation in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. His division provides evaluations, referrals, and psychotherapy to residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Dr. Nygard also provides consulting services on culture change within nursing homes and assisted living communities. He received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Iowa in 1974, his master's in Clinical Psychology from San Francisco State University in 1966, and his bachelor's in Psychology from the University of California at Berkeley in 1964. Dr. Nygard has been certified as an Eden Alternative Educator and an Eden Mentor. He is the founder and chair of the Tennessee Eden Alternative Coalition. His diverse skills and knowledgeable background make Dr. Nygard a unique and expert instructor.
Disclosure:
Financial-Receives a speaking honorarium from Vyne, LLC.
Nonfinancial-No relevant nonfinancial relationships exist.
Social Workers, Care and Rehabilitation Supervisors and Practitioners, Case Managers, Counselors, Psychologists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Mental Health Nurses, Activity Professionals, Home Health Care Personnel, Nursing Home Personnel, Assisted Living Personnel
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