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Cognitive stimulation for older people with Alzheimer's disease performed by the caregiver.
- Source :
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Revista brasileira de enfermagem [Rev Bras Enferm] 2015 May-Jun; Vol. 68 (3), pp. 450-6, 510-6. - Publication Year :
- 2015
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Abstract
- Objective: to learn the influence of cognitive therapy at home, conducted by the caregivers of older people with Alzheimer's Disease.<br />Method: a case study was developed with fi ve older people with Alzheimer's Disease and their caregivers. The stages of research development were: orientation with the caregivers; selection of older people and caregivers; approach of the study subjects at home; weekly meetings and reapplication of tests to follow up the cognitive function of the participants.<br />Results: in three months it was possible to identify improved cognition, verified by the result of the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). The scores of the other tests (KATZ, LAWTON, CLOCK TEST and VFT) remained the same.<br />Conclusion: this strategy can be considered a light technology of nursing care for older people with dementia. When providing this care with the support of a nurse, caregivers re feel less anxious and understand the disease better.
Details
- Language :
- English; Portuguese
- ISSN :
- 1984-0446
- Volume :
- 68
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Revista brasileira de enfermagem
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 26312524
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1590/0034-7167.2015680319i