Try: Try settingt up a safe wood shop for cr for example put all sorts of safe tools sand paper tape measures hammers screws etc out on the workbench every morning pack cr a lunch and give it to cr and tell cr he has to go to work send him to the garage where […]
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Self treatment options for restless leg syndrome rls exist for many care recipients cr the following are tips to control rls that the cr can do on her own
Try: Pressure can help relieve the discomfort of rls try wearing compression socks or stockings or wrap your legs in bandages however make sure the cr does not wrap too tightly to cut off circulation have the cr sleep with a pillow between her legs it may prevent nerves in the legs from compressing make […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty with new or more complex tasks like shopping managing checkbook meal preparation driving
Try: Maintain cr’s routine and avoid new situations if it stresses cr monitor refrigerator for outdated or moldy food stacks of mail for unpaid bills etc and provide assistance to cr through informal natural and formal supports establish a calendar reminder system that enhances or is built on systems cr used previously to aid memory […]
Care recipient (cr) doesn’t keep up his her appearance anymore
Try: Try modeling actions such as hair brushing that cr will be able to imitate try having the materials for grooming set up beforehand in the appropriate environment for these tasks i e comb or brush laid out in the bedroom or bathroom wherever cr prefers try arranging regular haircuts and ensuring that the hair […]
Care recipient (cr) has forgotten how to brush his her teeth or has forgotten to brush his her teeth
Try: Try setting out the brush and paste beforehand try modeling the action if cr doesn’t seem to remember what to do try to make sure that dentures are removed at night and the gums are brushed gently if cr refuses to open his her mouth try getting oral aids from the dentist to keep […]
Care recipient (cr) wants to find his her car keys and go do something even though he she hasn’t driven in years
Try: Distract cr by starting a conversation to try to change the subject and get cr doing something else here’s an example cr i have to find my car keys you your car keys don’t tell cr he she hasn’t had a car and hasn’t driven for years cr yes i need to get home […]
Care recipient (cr) likes to rearrange the cupboards
Try: Avoid scolding cr or getting upset everytime he she does this this activity probably provides some cognitive stimulation for cr which certainly can’t hurt at least cr is using his her mind and cognitive skills in some way look at it as a time when you can get other things done or enjoy an […]
Care recipient (cr) only has use of one arm to prepare meals in the kitchen and needs help learning to do this task independently
Try: If cr has trouble stabilizing an object while preparing a meal try using a non-slip mat a pan holder on the stove spike board buttering board belliclamp or wedge against solid fixed objects a damp jay cloth also works well as a non-slip mat if cr has trouble cutting up chopping food try using […]
Care recipient (cr) sometimes forgets how to do everyday tasks
Try: Monitor cr’s performance of daily activities adls and provide assistance only when necessary encourage cr and other caregivers to record familiar routines and habits that cr uses for future reference avoid excess dependence by providing assistance using verbal or visual cues label cupboards drawers and rooms with words and or pictures to aid independence […]
Care recipient (cr) only has use of one arm and has trouble holding a book or playing cards
Try: If cr has trouble holding playing cards try using a scrubbing brush men’s hairbrush and lay brush on its back and stand cards in the bristles of the brush if cr has trouble holding a book to read try sitting at a table with book open on the table try using a tray on […]