Effects of a Motor and Multisensory-Based Approach on Residents with Moderate-to-Severe Dementia

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2011

Authors

Cruz, J (Author) Other; Marques, A (Author) Other; Barbosa, AL (Author) Other; Figueiredo, D (Author) ICBAS; Sousa, L (Author) ICBAS

Journal

Title: American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease and other Dementias

Vol. 26

Pages: 282-289

ISSN: 1533-3175

Publisher: SAGE

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-002-QN3

DOI: 10.1177/1533317511411177

Abstract (EN): Involving institutionalized people with dementia in their routines may be challenging, particularly in advanced stages of the disease. Motor and multisensory stimulation may help to maintain or improve residents' remaining abilities such as communication and self-care. This study examines the effects of a motor and multisensory-based approach on the behavior of 6 residents with moderate-to-severe dementia. A single-group, pre- and post test design was conducted. Motor and multisensory stimulation strategies were implemented in residents' morning care routines by staff, after the provision of training and assistance. Twelve video recordings of morning care (6 pre- and 6 post interventions) were coded for the type of residents' behavior. Results showed a tendency toward improvements in residents' levels of caregiver-direct gaze, laughing and engagement, and a reduction of closed eyes, during morning care. The introduction of a motor and multisensory-based approach in care routines may improve residents' engagement and attention to the environment.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 8