Inappropriate Sexual Behavior (ISB) and the Dementia Patient.

Inappropriate Sexual Behavior (ISB) and the Dementia Patient. - #53

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Identify and define inappropriate sexual behavior (ISB) in the context of a patient with dementia.

Older adults with dementia, living in the community or in long term care facilities, exhibiting ISB.

Assess and manage ISB in patients with dementia.

Identify and define inappropriate sexual behavior (ISB) in the context of a dementing disorder.

Describe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies for managing ISB.

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This GFF ___ my competence in geriatrics.

Alexandria Bear MD, Sean Marks MD, Steven Denson MD

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin