Course: Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Training

In this course we look at the causes and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease, and the treatments, medications and support that is offered to those with the disease. We will cover clearly-explained content, with reflections exercises, a case study and short assessments to help you understand how you can provide individualised care. It is suitable for any careworker who is supporting patients with early-onset or latter stage Parkinson's Disease.

Course Contents:

• What is Parkinson's Disease?
• Is Parkinsonism the same as Parkinson's?
• Overview of Parkinson's and Genetic Factors
• How is Parkinson's Disease Diagnosed?
• What is the link between dopamine deficiency and Parkinson's?
• The Pathology of Parkinson's Disease
• What is the Braak Staging Framework?
• The Hoehn & Yahr Scale including a detailed example of the Hoehn & Yahr Scale
• The Pull Test
• The Motor Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
• Non-Motor Symptoms
• Caring for Parkinson's Disease Patients
• A Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Approach
• The Importance of Exercise (with Examples)
• Example Care Plan Actions
• Treatments, Deep Brain Stimulation and other Innovative Therapies
• An Overview of Medications Used for Treating Parkinson's including side Effects and Challenges
• Progression of Parkinson's Disease
• End of Life/Palliative Care Planning

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This course is designed to take around two hours to complete and will provide two CPD points.