Mild cognitive impairment and dementia: Detection and diagnosis.

Autor: YATES, MARK, LONG, MARITA, BRODAT, HENRY, GIBSON, CAROLINE, DALY, STEPHANIE, POND, CONSTANCE DIMITY, LOW, LEE-FAY
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Zdroj: Medicine Today; May2024, Vol. 25 Issue 5, p20-24, 5p
Abstrakt: This article provides information on the prevalence of dementia in Australia and the role of general practitioners in diagnosing and assessing the condition. It highlights the importance of timely diagnosis and the potential benefits of intervention and support for individuals and their families. The article also discusses the availability of dementia support services and nonpharmacological interventions in Australia. It emphasizes the need for sensitivity and understanding when communicating a diagnosis of dementia and provides guidance for general practitioners on how to approach the topic with patients. [Extracted from the article]
Databáze: Complementary Index