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How is Alzheimer’s diagnosed?

How is Alzheimer’s diagnosed? Home > How is Alzheimer’s diagnosed? How Is Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosed? Doctors use several methods and tools to help determine whether a person who is having memory problems has “possible Alzheimer’s dementia” (dementia may be due to another cause), “probable Alzheimer’s dementia” (no other cause for dementia can be found), or some other problem. To …

Managing Older Patients with Cognitive Impairment

Managing Older Patients with Cognitive Impairment Home > Managing Older Patients with Cognitive Impairment Managing Older Patients with Cognitive Impairment People with cognitive impairment may require both drug treatment and other types of support. Ideally, a team approach integrating the services of physicians, nurses, other healthcare professionals, social workers, and community organizations may improve medical …

8 Rules for New Caregivers

8 Rules for New Caregivers Home > 8 Rules for New Caregivers 8 Rules for New Caregivers 1. Start with a candid conversation. Talk with your parents about how you will be helping them to meet their needs. Unless they are severely incapacitated, they should continue to make their own decisions and remain a central part of …