Animal-Assisted Therapy for Clients with Dementia: Nurses’ Role
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Beth E. Barba, Professor (Creator)
- Suzanne Fitzsimmons, Research Associate for the GWEP (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: The purpose of this article is to increase nurses’ awareness of animal-assisted therapy as a treatment option for older adults with dementia. We describe the differences between animal visitation programs and goal-directed therapy. We also address credentials of human-animal teams and provide an overview of possible therapeutic outcomes for older adults with dementia. Step-by-step methods are outlined for nurses to advocate for clients with dementia to receive these services.
Animal-Assisted Therapy for Clients with Dementia: Nurses’ Role
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 37(5), 10-14
- Language: English
- Date: 2011
- Keywords
- Nursing, Animal Assisted Therapy, Dementia