Navigating late‐stage dementia: A perspective from the Alzheimer's Association
Abstract Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and decline in other cognitive abilities enough to interfere with daily life. AD accounts for 60% to 80% of dementia cases. The late stage of AD tends to be the shortest stage and, on average,...
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| description | Abstract Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and decline in other cognitive abilities enough to interfere with daily life. AD accounts for 60% to 80% of dementia cases. The late stage of AD tends to be the shortest stage and, on average, lasts 1 to 2 years. As this stage of the condition progresses, it requires continuous intensive long‐term care and around‐the‐clock intensive care. The Alzheimer's Association stands firm in its commitment to supporting individuals living with AD and other dementia, their care partners, and their health‐care providers as they navigate treatment and care decisions across the continuum of the disease. This article is a direct response to recently published works that run counter to the Association's viewpoint. It outlines the Association's perspective on crucial factors for consideration during late‐stage dementia care, including advanced directives, palliative care, nutrition, and legal considerations. It explores diverse perspectives from the field, differing from the Alzheimer's Association's stance. Last, it underscores resources available through the Alzheimer's Association, aiming to present a comprehensive perspective on late‐stage care for support and assistance to all involved. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-fd816aa11b2f4b2aadd883e46ee662f12024-03-27T13:14:40ZengWileyAlzheimer’s & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring2352-87292024-01-01161n/an/a10.1002/dad2.12530Navigating late‐stage dementia: A perspective from the Alzheimer's AssociationKristen Clifford0Monica Moreno1Courtney M. Kloske2Alzheimer's Association Chicago Illinois USAAlzheimer's Association Chicago Illinois USAAlzheimer's Association Chicago Illinois USAAbstract Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and decline in other cognitive abilities enough to interfere with daily life. AD accounts for 60% to 80% of dementia cases. The late stage of AD tends to be the shortest stage and, on average, lasts 1 to 2 years. As this stage of the condition progresses, it requires continuous intensive long‐term care and around‐the‐clock intensive care. The Alzheimer's Association stands firm in its commitment to supporting individuals living with AD and other dementia, their care partners, and their health‐care providers as they navigate treatment and care decisions across the continuum of the disease. This article is a direct response to recently published works that run counter to the Association's viewpoint. It outlines the Association's perspective on crucial factors for consideration during late‐stage dementia care, including advanced directives, palliative care, nutrition, and legal considerations. It explores diverse perspectives from the field, differing from the Alzheimer's Association's stance. Last, it underscores resources available through the Alzheimer's Association, aiming to present a comprehensive perspective on late‐stage care for support and assistance to all involved.https://doi.org/10.1002/dad2.12530 |
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| title_short | Navigating late‐stage dementia: A perspective from the Alzheimer's Association |
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