Try: Try not to dismiss the concern attempt to reassure the cr if the cr is obsessed with a specific person try asking that person to discuss the concerns with the cr ask a family member to discuss the concerns with cr sometimes a non-family member can get better results establish routines for example locking […]
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Care recipient (cr) has low impulse control that leads to thoughtless decisions recklessness temper outbursts and inappropriate sexual behavior
Try: Try setting predictable routines for daily living to help you manage cr’s activities try overseeing cr’s finances and restrict cr’s access to money try to keep a watchful eye on who cr spends time with cr may be easily influenced by peers to make poor decisions get rid of weapons and dangerous objects or […]
Care recipient (cr) is easily distracted at mealtime
Try: Make sure to turn off the tv try to keep conversation light , no big decisions try to maintain cr’s focus on his her food you might try saying something like isn’t this roast delicious try to be encouraging about eating you might try saying something like you’re doing well with that fork or […]
Care recipient (cr) sometimes chokes on food because he she has trouble chewing and swallowing food
Try: Try changing the size and texture of food soft moist tasteful hot or cold foods are easiest to eat identify and eliminate foods that trigger coughing and choking typically these are foods that are crispy flaky or crumbly bland lukewarm foods tend to be less appetizing serve small pieces of meat and vegetables and […]
Care recipient (cr) is very defensive towards others and accuses them of things they haven’t done
Try: Try to empathize with cr for example first try to deal with cr’s feelings – then deal with his her problem try to remember that empathy isn’t about agreement only acceptance of what cr is saying and feeling try saying something like i understand how you feel other examples of an empathy response are […]
Care recipient (cr) is very defensive towards others and accuses them of things they haven’t done
Try: Try to look and sound like you’re listening when face-to-face you need to look interested nod your head and keep good eye contact over the ‘phone – try making the occasional uh huh – i see if cr senses that you care and that you’re interested in his her problem then they’re likely to […]
Care recipient (cr) has trouble focusing his her attention and prioritizing tasks
Try: Try to reduce noise and other distractions when thinking is required try to avoid the need to multitask , this will help cr do one thing at a time try to give cr directions in short sentences containing one to two pieces of Materials: Pen paper appointment book Categories: Sage, Topic, Cognitive Intellectual, Emotional […]
Care recipient (cr) is having difficulty sleeping
Try: Encourage the cr to implement the following strategies to improve sleep quality avoid naps during the day if a nap is needed limit the amount of time exercise on a regular basis however avoid late night exercise if there are things that you need to do or are worried about write them down early […]
Care recipient (cr) has weak torso muscles and has problems sitting upright
Try: Try choosing chairs with high backs good seat depth and padded armrests make sure the chair seat is not too high solid foot support is important for balance try using a small wedge cushion or lumbar support ton make cr’s lower back more comfortable suggest that cr try using a waist belt for more […]
Care recipient (cr) has inmvoluntary movements such as jerking which makes it hard for him her to use tableware and utensils
Try: Try using less breakable dishes and glasses try using soup plates or pasta bowls instead of flat plates avoid using tall or stemmed glasses that are top heavy try using travel cups with a cover and attached straw to prevent spills try using spoons and forks with large handles or utensils made for people […]