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Maysa Luchesi Cera1, Daniela Cristina Carvalho de Abreu2, Rosângela de Abreu Venancio Tamanini3
1Speech Therapist at the CIRHER, Masters in Human Communication Disorders at the Federal University of São Paulo.
Dementia & Neuropsychologia
|December 8, 2017
Summary
Interdisciplinary rehabilitation improved functional independence in dementia patients. This approach reduced the need for assistance with daily activities, benefiting both patients and their families.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Medicine
- Neurorehabilitation
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Dementia necessitates comprehensive rehabilitation involving multiple healthcare professionals.
- Interdisciplinary care models can significantly improve patient and family routines.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of an interdisciplinary intervention program on the functional performance of elderly individuals with dementia.
- To compare functional outcomes before and after the intervention in a medium-complexity healthcare setting.
Main Methods:
- A case series of three patients with confirmed dementia undergoing an interdisciplinary rehabilitation program.
- Utilized assessments including Mini Mental-State Exam, Clinical Dementia Rating, Geriatric Depression Scale, Lawton & Brody Index, and Functional Independence Measure (FIM).
- Individualized therapeutic strategies were based on FIM scores and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) criteria.
Main Results:
- A decrease in functional dependence was observed post-intervention.
- Patients required less supervision for Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
Conclusions:
- The interdisciplinary intervention demonstrated positive benefits for all three dementia patients.
- This care model enhances functional independence and quality of life for individuals with dementia.
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