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Alzheimer's disease: stage-related interventions
1Aging and Dementia Research Center, Department of Psychiatry, New York University Medical Center, NY, USA.
Lippincott'S Case Management : Managing the Process of Patient Care
|January 10, 2006
Summary
Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is the most common dementia in older adults, causing progressive cognitive decline and caregiving burdens. Understanding AD's stages helps case managers connect patients with vital community resources.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Neurology
- Public Health
Background:
- Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is the leading cause of dementia in individuals over 60.
- AD progresses from initial forgetfulness to severe cognitive deficits and loss of adaptive capabilities.
- Advanced AD necessitates total patient care, imposing significant strains on resources.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the progressive clinical symptomatology of Alzheimer's Disease.
- To assist case managers in linking patient needs with community resources.
- To improve care coordination for elderly individuals with AD.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of Alzheimer's Disease progression.
- Analysis of caregiving burdens and resource utilization.
- Framework development for case management in AD.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of AD's evolving clinical presentation.
- Identification of factors contributing to caregiving strain.
- Emphasis on the role of case managers in service coordination.
Conclusions:
- Accurate understanding of AD progression is crucial for effective case management.
- Case managers play a vital role in navigating fragmented healthcare and support services.
- Improved resource linkage can alleviate patient and caregiver burdens.