Diagnosis and management of dementia and cognitive impairment in primary care

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1:04 Dr Shane O'Hanlon introduction and area specialty
0:34 What are the different types of dementia and causes of cognitive impairment we should be aware of?
0:56 Are there particular investigations that are important when assessing cognitive impairment?
1:06 Are there particular medications that can impact cognitive impairment?
0:59 Can you discuss cognitive assessment tools in primary care, MMSE, GPCOG, MOCA?
0:57 What is the role of medication in the initial management of dementia?
1:38 Advice on management of the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia?
2:06 Legal issues surrounding dementia including capacity assessment, driving and EPOA.

Our thanks to Mater Private Network whose support made this module possible.