Individual study guides
Choose a guide to read the study content and answers.
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
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
