HSC CMO5: Dementia awareness

1. Understand the types of dementia and the effects on health and well-being

• 1.1. Describe types of dementia and their causes
• 1.2. Describe the signs and symptoms of dementia
• 1.3. Explain the impacts of dementia on an individual’s health and well-being

2. Understand legislation and frameworks in relation to dementia care

• 2.1. Summarise legislation and frameworks in relation to dementia care

3. Understand a diagnosis of dementia

• 3.1. Explain how dementia is diagnosed
• 3.2. Explain reasons for early diagnosis of dementia
• 3.3. Discuss the impact of a diagnosis of dementia on the individual and others

4. Understand how to support individuals with dementia

• 4.1. Analyse person-centred approaches in relation to an individual with dementia
• 4.2. Explain strategies which use information about life history to support individuals’ memory
• 4.3. Analyse the roles of others in supporting individuals with dementia
• 4.4. Analyse the role of the health and social care practitioner in supporting the health and well-being of individuals with dementia