The evidence-based approach to treating dementia has its pros and cons. First, as mentioned above, this method requires some training of medical personnel, which requires time and resources. Second, the use of evidence presupposes a specific accumulation or classification of existing information on the issue. Nevertheless, the non-pharmacological treatment approach is seen as a comprehensive treatment option with positive results.
For example, psychosocial activities tailored to a person’s individual needs can help reduce pain in patients with dementia (Egan, 2019). Some of the evidence gatherings can be attributed to social activities, but several therapies will positively affect each case. Cognitive, biographical pieces of training contribute to the tone of memory and intelligence. However, their use is possible instead of as a preventive and preventive measure against dementia. Art therapy or pet therapy serves a variety of therapeutic tasks (Cations et al., 2018). Exercise, outdoor exercise, and journaling can also help keep you physically and mentally active.
In my opinion, evidence gathering as an approach would be better applied in the context of the above therapies. More patient data will allow nurses better to immerse themselves in the method and its understanding. In addition, most of the listed types of non-pharmacological treatment do not require financial investments, which is a clear plus. Furthermore, using these types of therapies will contribute to health education and a decrease in hospitalization. As a result, mortality from this disease and its severe consequences will decrease. Education will help reduce the burden on hospitals, which is vital in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Evidence needs to be collected in shared databases to help develop promising new treatments for dementia: gene therapy, new diagnostics, and vaccinations.
References
Cations, M., Radisic, G., Crotty, M., & Laver, K. E. (2018). What does the general public understand about prevention and treatment of dementia? A systematic review of population-based surveys. PLoS One, 13(4), e0196085.
Egan, N. (2019). Drug-free interventions. Australian Ageing Agenda, (2019), 52. Web.