Healthcare professionals' perception of using a web-based reminiscence therapy to support person with dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aging Clin Exp Res
; 35(5): 1127-1138, 2023 May.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Reminiscence therapy (RT) is the most common non-pharmacological treatment for dementia care. The therapy stimulates the senses to evoke memories having the potential to reduce Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD). Digital RT, such as web-based reminiscence therapy (WBRT), has the potential to support dementia care and reduce the caregiving burden.AIMS:
This study aimed to explore healthcare professionals (HCPs) perceptions of utilizing WBRT in institutionalized settings to support persons with dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic.METHODS:
A qualitative phenomenological descriptive study was adopted and guided by Graham's Knowledge to Action framework. Online training on the use of WBRT was conducted, followed by interviews with HCPs.RESULTS:
Four major themes were identified on the potential use of WBRT in dementia care, including usability and efficacy, impact on caregiving, capability of reducing BPSD, and. feasibility during COVID-19 social distancing.DISCUSSION:
This study recognized the potential use of WBRT to support the person with dementia during the pandemic in institutionalized settings.CONCLUSION:
The knowledge generated from this study will guide the future application of WBRT to support dementia care in diverse healthcare settings.Palavras-chave
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Demência
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COVID-19
Tipo de estudo:
Qualitative_research
Limite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Aging Clin Exp Res
Assunto da revista:
GERIATRIA
Ano de publicação:
2023
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Canadá