a b s t r a c t
The world's population is ageing and while the vast majority of older people live independently, a significant number will develop dementia. Communication and interpersonal skills are essential in developing relationships. People with dementia may have complex health needs and may have limited
language capacity and therefore the use of presence and touch and more specifically hand massage gains
greater significance for their wellbeing.
This paper describes the process of developing an educational dvd on the use of hand massage in the
care of people with dementia which is easily accessible via the web. A description of the design and
project management including post production editing is provided. A number of outcomes are identified
including: dvd launch, development of local and national interest, facilitation of workshops and the
securing of funding for research. The educational dvd is a resource for learning for health care professionals and members of the public. The initiative offers a way of using technology to support individuals, nurses, carers and families living with dementia. This project demonstrates collaboration and
connection between practice, education and technology and highlights the importance of the cyclical
nature of theory and practice in responding to health care needs of a community.
ISSN:
1471-5953
eISSN:
1471-5953
Description:
Nurse Education in Practice enables lecturers and practitioners to both share and disseminate evidence that demonstrates the actual practice of education as it is experienced in the realities of their respective work environments, that is both in the University/faculty and clinical settings. It is supportive of new authors and is at the forefront in publishing individual and collaborative papers that demonstrate the link between education and practice.