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Let's stand up for people with dementia.

The care of patients with dementia was once seen as a limited career option but is now recognised as offering many challenges and rewards. Dementia can have a profound effect on patients and their carers. This article discusses the condition, the need for residential care and the importance of thorough assessment. The author also discusses how activities can help people with dementia to retain their cognitive function and how nurses can ensure the patient feels secure.