Motor Neurone Disease

Provide compassionate care for individuals living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a progressive condition that affects the way your brain and nerves control your muscles. While rare, it can have a profound impact on individuals and their families. This course will help you to develop a deep understanding of Motor Neurone Disease and enhance your ability to provide compassionate and effective care.

MND Basics: Understand what MND is, its causes, symptoms, and progression.
The Human Impact: Explore the emotional and psychological challenges faced by people with MND and their carers.
Diagnosis and Treatment: Learn about the diagnostic process and available treatment options.
Care and Support: Discover effective strategies for providing care, including equipment, adaptations, and communication tools.
Multidisciplinary Teams: Understand the role of healthcare professionals and support services.

Key outcomes:

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Describe what MND is, who it affects and what the common symptoms are
  • Understand the potential impacts on mental health and the importance of the Mental Health Act 2005
  • Know the journey from cause to diagnosis, the different stages of MND, and what’s affected
  • Recognise that there is no cure, but there are medications to help
  • Understand the required actions when an individual with MND comes into care
  • Acknowledge the importance of a care plan and a crisis prevention plan
  • Be aware of the different equipment and living adaptations that may be required
  • Know the different parts of life an individual with MND needs support with
  • Recognise the importance of ongoing support, both physical and mental
  • Be able to describe the different types of support available and the role of MDT.

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