Title: Identify common disorders of the nervous system, including Alzheimer's Disease.
Course: Home Health Aide (14053) > Section: Understanding Body Systems and Disorders

Identification should include

- signs and symptoms
- diagnostic tests
- treatment and prognosis
- role/responsibilities of a home health aide.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the signs and symptoms of common disorders of the nervous system?
- What are some diagnostic tests used to identify nervous system disorders?
- What influence do risk factors have on nervous system disorders?
- What is a seizure? How should a home health aide respond if a client is having a seizure?
- What are some signs and symptoms of a stroke? How should a home health aide respond to these symptoms?
- What are some techniques used when caring for a client with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia?
- What is Parkinson’s Disease? How does it impact daily living activities?
- What is Multiple Sclerosis? What physical limitations would a client with MS exhibit?
- How would you describe the different types of physical limitations associated with paralysis?
- What signs and symptoms should a home health aide report?
- What actions can a home health aide take to help prevent problems from nervous system disorders?
- What are some age-related changes to the neurological system?