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Neurobehavioural Unit (NBU)
Waterloo Regional Health Network - Chicopee site
Category:
Geriatric Psychiatry Inpatient Service
Service Details
Description:
After community resources have been exhausted, the Neurobehavioural Unit offers specialized geriatric assessment and treatment for behavioural issues including exit seeking but not physical aggression. The goal is to optimize cognition and minimize disruptive behaviour.
Languages:
English
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria:
This program is appropriate for patients with:- Diagnosis of mild-moderate cognitive impairment associated with dementia or neurodegenerative disorder- Medical and neuropsychiatry comorbidities related to dementia including agitation, resistance and BPSD- Persistent delirium (evaluation and treatment of)- A clear diagnosis and co-morbidities have been established.- All abnormal lab values have been acknowledged and addressed as needed.- Acute medical issues have been resolved or reached a plateau and are not fluctuating.Exclusion Criteria:- Exhibiting physically responsive behaviours- In need of high flow oxygen (>4L/min)- Exacerbation of a chronic psychiatric diagnosis- Formed patients
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Waterloo Regional Health Network - Chicopee site provides 10 services in 10 categories
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Geriatric Psychiatry Clinic1 service
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3570 King St E, Kitchener, ON, N2A 2W1, CAN
Geriatric Psychiatry Inpatient Service1 service
Geriatric Psychiatry Inpatient Service
1 service
3570 King St E, Kitchener, ON, N2A 2W1, CAN
Neurorehabilitation Clinic1 service
Neurorehabilitation Clinic
1 service
3570 King St E, Kitchener, ON, N2A 2W1, CAN
Physiotherapy1 service
Physiotherapy
1 service
3570 King St E, Kitchener, ON, N2A 2W1, CAN
Pulmonary Clinic1 service
Pulmonary Clinic
1 service
3570 King St E, Kitchener, ON, N2A 2W1, CAN
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Spiritual Care1 service
Spiritual Care
1 service
3570 King St E, Kitchener, ON, N2A 2W1, CAN