Motor and Multisensory Care-Based Approach in Dementia: Long-Term Effects of a Pilot Study

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2013

Authors

Marques, A (Author) Other; Cruz, J (Author) Other; Figueiredo, D (Author) ICBAS; Sousa, LX (Author) ICBAS

Journal

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

Vol. 28

Pages: 24-34

ISSN: 1533-3175

Publisher: SAGE

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-005-331

DOI: 10.1177/1533317512466691

Abstract (EN): This study examined the short-, mid-, and long-term effects of a motor and multisensory care-based approach on (i) the behavior of institutionalized residents with dementia and (ii) care practices according to staff perspective. In all, 6 residents with moderate to severe dementia (mean age 80.83 +/- 10.87 years) and 6 staff members (40 +/- 10.87 years old) were recruited. Motor and multisensory stimulation strategies were implemented in residents' morning care. Data were collected with video recordings and focus-group interviews before, immediately after, at 3 months and 6 months after the intervention. The frequency and duration of each resident's behavior were analyzed. Content analysis was also performed. Results showed short-term improvements in residents' communication and engagement, followed by a sustained decline over time. Staff reported to change their practices; however, difficulties related to the institution organization were identified. There is a need to implement long-term strategies and involve institutions at different organizational levels to sustain the results.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 11