Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Lianne Hirano, MD
Acting Instructor
Division of Gerontology & Geriatric Medicine
School of Medicine
University of Washington
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lecture, you should be able to:
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Describe the potential burdens of caregiving (emotional, psychological medical, social, and financial impact on caregivers).
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Identify tools to assess and address caregiver knowledge and coping strategies.
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Discuss effective strategies to communicate with caregivers and patients facing important care decisions.
[From the Spring 2013 Geriatric Healthcare Lecture Series, with funding from the Alzheimer’s Supplement to the Geriatric Education Centers]