HSC307 Understanding Dementia Care (F/615/3829) Assignment Brief 2026

HSC307 Assignment Brief

Unit Aim

Dementia is a growing Healthcare issue in the UK. Many service users will have dementia and the associated complications associated with it. This can seriously affect quality of life not only for the service user but for their family and friends. The psychological and physical burden of caring for someone with Dementia is huge.

An understanding of the physiology behind the condition, associated complications and associated treatment and care needs will enhance your understanding and care of these service users.

Please note that for learners working in or studying the qualification in the UK, their evidence in relation to legislation, regulations, codes of practice etc must be in a UK context. If learners are not in the UK,  they must state the country they are referring to in relation to these areas.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

1. Understand the causes and effects of Dementia

1.1 Discuss the reasons for increase in Dementia in the population.

1.2 Explain the signs and symptoms of Dementia.

2. Examine the investigations associated with diagnosis Dementia

2.1 Compare and contrast the available investigations associated with diagnosis of Dementia

3. Understand the treatment and support available for service users with Dementia and their families

3.1 Explain the Treatment and support available for service users when initially diagnosed with Dementia.

3.2 Discuss the long-term complications associated with Dementia.

3.3 Explain the treatment and support available for service users at the end stages of Dementia.

3.4 Explain the support available for families with relatives with end stage dementia.

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