Dementia Beyond Drugs: Changing the Culture of Care

Power, G. Allen MD

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Health Professions Press
ISBN:	1-932529-56-X (193252956X)
ISBN-13:	978-1-932529-56-2 (9781932529562)
New Edition:	1-938870-64-6
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2010
Publish Date:	01/10
Weight:	0.88 Lbs.
Pages:	265
Subject Class:	GER (Geriatrics and Gerontology)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Doody Star Rating:	4
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 90 days provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Psychiatry
Subject Definition:	Dementia-Therapy; Aged; Nursing Homes
NLM Class:	WM 220
LC Class:	RC521
Abstract:	Dementia Beyond Drugs will enable you to change the way you provide care. Learn what it takes to effect real culture change within residential care settings while reducing the administration of psychotropic drugs in the symptomatic treatment of dementia. This timely new resource, by a board-certified internist, geriatrician, nursing home practitioner, and Eden Alternative (tm) Educator, has what you need. Dr. G. Allen Power brings robust medical experience and a unique perspective to the idea of culture change. ... Full of visionary and practical calls-to-action, Dementia Beyond Drugs: Changing the Culture of Care is an essential read for anyone involved in the care of an individual with dementia, including nursing staff, social workers, occupational therapists, medical directors, and administrators in all elder care settings. Family members of individuals with dementia and students breaking into the dementia care field will also benefit from the advice offered. Pick up your copy of Dementia Beyond Drugs and help to pioneer true culture change in your care environment today. Your reward will be improved care environments and enhanced, relationship-based interactions.

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