Abnormalities in the brain chemistry. Over production of beta-amyloid. Deficiency of acetycholine. Leads to death of neurons/nerve cells. Formation of plaque/clumps pf dead cells. Can be genetic in younger people. Cause not known
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Confusion. Significant reduction in memory. Loss of interest in outside world. Hallucinations. Difficulty recognising familiar objects
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BARRIERS
Communication, Economic, Public Ignorance
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PRACTIONERS
Family, GP, Psychiatric Doctor/Nurse, Social Services, Pharmacist. Occupational Therapist
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PROVISION
Day care, Voluntary help, Respite care, Residential Care, Private help, Home Help,
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AIDS AND ADAPTIONS
Diaries, Calendars (USE OTHER AIDS AND ADAPTIONS)
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Card 2
Front
Confusion. Significant reduction in memory. Loss of interest in outside world. Hallucinations. Difficulty recognising familiar objects
Back
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Card 3
Front
Communication, Economic, Public Ignorance
Back
Card 4
Front
Family, GP, Psychiatric Doctor/Nurse, Social Services, Pharmacist. Occupational Therapist
Back
Card 5
Front
Day care, Voluntary help, Respite care, Residential Care, Private help, Home Help,
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