Course Code: REL-PAC-0-DOA
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Explain at least three types of depression in older adults.
Describe at least five typical signs and symptoms of depression.
Identify at least three appropriate interventions for older adults with depression.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Understanding Depression in the Older Adult Population
Meet Sam
Depression and Major Depressive Disorder
Common Types of Depression
Depression and Suicide
Review
Summary
Section 3: Factors That May Cause or Contribute to Depression
Risk Factors
Structural Changes
The Role of Neurotransmitters
The Mind-Body Connection
ADLs and Depression
Bereavement
Review
Summary
Section 4: Diagnosing Depression
The Process
Red Flags
The Challenges of Identification
Screening: A Reliable Method of Identification
Screening Tools
Depression vs. Dementia
Review
Summary
Section 5: Best Practices and Treatment Options
The Best Approach
Non-Medicinal Approaches
Types of Psychotherapy
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Pharmacological Approaches
The Role of Antidepressants
Types of Antidepressants
Side Effects
Medicinal Treatment of MDD with Psychotic Features
Mood Stabilizers
Alternative Treatments
Lifestyle Behaviors
Pain Management
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN
Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She has worked as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field. She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Beginner level Social Workers; Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.