05. Evidence of Efficacy: non-pharmacological management, antipsychotics, antidepressants

Learning Objectives:

After completing this activity, the learner will be able to:

1. List the most common types of behavioral and psychological symptoms in dementia (BPSD)
2. Identify and apply core aspects of an effective BPSD assessment
3. Integrate the evidence base for commonly prescribed medications in BPSD
4. Apply best practices to the use of antipsychotics for the management of agitation and psychosis

Original Release Date: 08/30/2017

Expiration Date: 04/01/2021

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