Publications by authors named "Erin Washington"
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- COVID-19 has significantly impacted certified nursing assistants (CNAs) working with dementia patients, as they face increased responsibilities and risks with minimal training and resources, leading to a vital need for support during the pandemic.
- A pilot study involving a seven-week online course utilized virtual reality to help CNAs better understand the experiences of individuals with dementia through immersive education.
- Preliminary results indicate that participating CNAs experienced improved attitudes toward older adults, a stronger grasp of dementia-related issues, and enhanced confidence in their caregiving abilities.
Cryptogenic stroke is a form of cerebral vascular accident that has an unknown origin and is rarely associated with patent foramen ovale (PFO) and migraine headaches. This is an uncommon occurrence in young, healthy, active adults, and it is increasingly rare for the episode to occur during an athletic competition. Stroke is easily recognizable with its distinct signs and symptoms, but it is also easily confused with many of its differential diagnoses, such as seizures or head trauma, if the episode occurs during an athletic competition.
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