Dementia Rehabilitation Training for General Practitioners and Practice Nurses: Does It Make a Difference?

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Rehabilitation helps reduce disability in dementia. The Australian National Dementia Action Plan identifies a gap in clear treatment pathways post-diagnosis, affecting the quality of life for those with dementia. This study assessed the impact of a one-day dementia training course and follow-up on GPs' and practice nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and confidence regarding dementia rehabilitation.

Methods

The training, led by two experienced GPs and an academic physiotherapist, covered dementia diagnosis, allied health roles, care planning, and referrals. The follow-up involved applying the learnt material and completing a reflective task. Three longitudinal surveys (Dementia Knowledge Assessment Scale-DKAS, General Practitioners' Attitudes and Confidence t

SUBMITTER: Lee DA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11503384 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature