Parkinsons
About the course
This course provides a detailed understanding of Parkinson’s disease, covering its causes, symptoms, progression, and management strategies. It equips care workers with the knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive, person-centred care, ensuring improved quality of life for individuals living with the condition.
What will you learn
- Introduction to Parkinson’s Disease
Understand the prevalence, causes, and global impact of Parkinson’s disease, including its motor and non-motor effects on individuals.
- Recognising Symptoms and Diagnosing Parkinson’s
Learn to identify hallmark symptoms like bradykinesia, tremors, and rigidity, along with subtle early signs. Explore diagnostic methods and the role of care workers in early detection.
- Managing Motor and Non-Motor Symptoms
Gain practical strategies for managing bradykinesia, tremors, freezing episodes, and non-motor symptoms like sleep disturbances and emotional changes.
- Assistive Technologies and Environmental Modifications
Discover the use of adaptive tools and home adjustments to enhance safety, independence, and symptom management for individuals with Parkinson’s.
- Comprehensive Care Planning
Learn to create holistic care plans addressing eating, sleeping, mobility, and mental health needs, tailored to the individual’s stage of Parkinson’s.
- Supporting Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being
Understand the emotional toll of Parkinson’s and explore effective ways to provide psychological support and promote resilience.
- Care Worker Responsibilities and Professional Development
Understand your role in delivering person-centred care, maintaining care plans, and recognising when to escalate concerns to healthcare professionals.
Course Content
References
References:
- Parkinson’s UK. (2023). What is Parkinson’s? Available at: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/what-parkinsons
- Parkinson’s Foundation. (2023). Understanding Parkinson’s Disease. Available at: https://www.parkinson.org/Understanding-Parkinsons
- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). (2017). Parkinson’s Disease in Adults. NICE Guidelines NG71. Available at: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng71
- NHS. (2023). Parkinson’s Disease Overview. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/parkinsons-disease/
- National Institute on Aging. (2022). What is Parkinson’s Disease? Available at: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/parkinsons-disease
- Mayo Clinic. (2023). Parkinson’s Disease: Symptoms and Causes. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/parkinsons-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20376055
- European Parkinson’s Disease Association (EPDA). (2023). Parkinson’s Diagnosis and Symptoms. Available at: https://www.epda.eu.com/about-parkinsons/diagnosis-symptoms/
- Care Act 2014. (2014). Available at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2014/23/contents/enacted
- Mental Capacity Act 2005. (2005). Available at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2005/9/contents
- Equality Act 2010. (2010). Available at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/contents
- Disability Discrimination Act 1995. (1995). Available at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1995/50/contents
- Movement Disorder Society. (2022). Criteria for Diagnosing Parkinson’s. Available at: https://www.movementdisorders.org/
- National Parkinson Foundation. (2023). Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. Available at: https://www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkinsons/symptoms
- American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA). (2023). Managing Parkinson’s Symptoms. Available at: https://www.apdaparkinson.org/
- World Health Organization (WHO). (2023). Parkinson’s Disease: Risk Factors and Global Impact. Available at: https://www.who.int/
- British Journal of Neuroscience Nursing. (2022). Caring for Patients with Parkinson’s Disease. [Access through subscription].
- National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). (2023). Parkinson’s Disease Fact Sheet. Available at: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets
- Parkinson’s UK. (2023). Falls and Balance in Parkinson’s. Available at: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/falls-and-balance
- Health and Social Care Act 2008. (2008). Available at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2008/14/contents
- Mayo Clinic. (2023). Exercises for Parkinson’s Disease. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/parkinsons-disease/exercises
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