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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: Walker_Samantha_Dementia, DEMENTIA For Help 24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900, There are no known cures for Alzheimer's. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments are used to treat cognitive and behavioral symptoms. Pharmacological 1. Aricept 2. Exelon 3. Namenda 4. Namzaric 5. Razadyne, DEMENTIA Risk Factors 1. Age - risk doubles every 5 years after age 65 2. Family History - risk is greater with family heredity 3. Sex - 2/3 of all Alzheimer's sufferers are women, DEMENTIA Temporary and Treatable Conditions Causing Cognitive Loss Chronic Alcoholism, DEMENTIA Temporary and Treatable Conditions Causing Cognitive Loss Delirium, There are no known cures for Alzheimer's. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments are used to treat cognitive and behavioral symptoms. Long-Term Goal Conduct more evidenced-based studies to further improve care., DEMENTIA The affects of dementia Dementia affects an individual’s ability to effectively: 1. Manage medications 2. Manage finances 3. Drive a vehichle or use appliances 4. Avoid physical injury 5. Maintain social relationships 6. Bathe, dress, and/or groom, Alzheimer's Significant Statistics Alzheimer's was the 6th leading cause of deaths in the United States in 2013, DEMENTIA Social Stigma and Psychological Affects 1. Friends may avoid an individual diagnosed with dementia or vice versa, causing feelings of abandonment or isolation. 2. The individual diagnosed with dementia may feel ashamed and embarassed over their loss of independence, especially not being able to work or drive. 3. Require 24-hour supervision, and assistance with care. 4. Feelings of depression and anxiety., Vascular Significant Statistics Vascular dementia is the second most common dementia, There are no known cures for Alzheimer's. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments are used to treat cognitive and behavioral symptoms. Non-Pharmacological 1. Treat sleep disturbances 2. Utilize alternative treatments - remedies, supplements, and certain foods 3. Participate in clinical-trial studies 4. Learn more about diagnosis and what to expect 5. Share diagnosis with others and plan for the future, DEMENTIA Types of Dementia Lewy Body, DEMENTIA Temporary and Treatable Conditions Causing Cognitive Loss Brain Tumors, DEMENTIA Types of Dementia Huntington's Disease, DEMENTIA Diagnosis There are no tests to diagnose dementia. Diagnosis is made by significant impairment of two or more of the following symptoms: 1. Short-term memory 2. Communication 3. Language 4. Ability to focus for long periods 5. Reasoning and judgment 6. Visual perception 7. Lab tests and imaging studies to rule out other causes of dementia-like symptoms and brain cell death, DEMENTIA Types of Dementia Vascular, Alzheimer's Significant Statistics 11% of the U. S. (1 in 10 people, or approximately 5.2 million people) 65-years-old and older are diagnosed with Alzheimer's, There are no known cures for Alzheimer's. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments are used to treat cognitive and behavioral symptoms. Intermediate Goal Monitor the progression of the condition,while helping the patient and caregiver access healthcare and other pertinent resources., Mixed Significant Statistics 45% of all people affected by dementia have mixed dementia, most commonly Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, DEMENTIA Types of Dementia Frontotemporal