S4, Ep 4 - Capacity and Decision Making Demystified

In this episode Hilton interviews Mark Yates a Geriatrician from Ballarat. Mark introduces some simple principles to use when assessing capacity particularly in relation to the person living with dementia. He talks about the URUC model, which stands for understanding, retain, utilise and communicate information for which they are being assessed. Mark is able to break down what can be a very complex and challenging process for medical professionals into simpler terms that can be easily applied.

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S4, Ep 4 - Capacity and Decision Making Demystified is an episode from Dementia in Practice by Margaret Winbolt.

This episode is 36:18 long.

This episode was published on Apr 17, 2025.

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