Part I: Dementia Prognostication-Part I: Dementia Prognostication

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In this presentation, Dr. Albert Riddle and Dr. Peter Fish discuss the challenges of dementia prognostication and the importance of accurate diagnosis and documentation. They highlight the need for healthcare professionals to have conversations with patients and their families early on about the diagnosis and prognosis of dementia. The presenters also discuss various tools that can be used to determine prognosis in dementia patients, such as the FAST score and the ADEPT tool. They emphasize the importance of using these tools in combination with other factors to make informed decisions about hospice eligibility. The presenters also stress the need for ongoing assessment and documentation of patient status and the importance of understanding and appropriately coding dementia-related conditions. They conclude by providing action points for healthcare professionals, including educating colleagues and facility staff about dementia prognostication, using validated tools to assist with prognosis, and advocating for accurate coding and documentation.

Keywords

dementia prognostication

accurate diagnosis

documentation

conversations with patients

tools for prognosis

hospice eligibility

ongoing assessment

coding dementia-related conditions

action points for healthcare professionals

validated tools