Student Nurse Network
Mental Health Resources
Dementia Information
Kirk Gaabucayan
Bachelor of Nursing (Year 3)
Manukau Institute of Technology
Created: May 2012
Description: Leaflet
Summary
This leaflet has information for anyone who wants to know more about dementia. Dementia is common in the elderly and it is important to know what it is and how to distinguish it from other conditions that may have similar symptoms. The leaflet also reinforces the importance for dementia sufferers to stay healthy and active.
Depression in the Elderly
Janis Bell
Bachelor of Nursing (Year 3)
Manukau Institute of Technology
Created: May 2012
Description: Leaflet
Summary
Depression of the elderly living in long-term residential care and hospitals is a common problem but is often overlooked or not identified at an early stage. This educational resource was developed to help inform staff, families/whanau, clients/patients of the common signs and symptoms of depression to help initiate early intervention, and medical treatment if necessary.
