Try: Set firm boundaries take the necessary measures to keep cr and others around him her safe leave the area if necessary try not to argue or increase the stress level let cr know in a calm manner that the care giver cg will not tolerate anyone getting hurt including cr Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, […]
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Care recipient (cr) is distressed or agitated about something
Try: Allow space for cr to exit invite cr to go outside as long as further agitation isn’t a possibility provide a safe environment for both cr and the care giver Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Behavior Challenging, Communication, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Independence, No Supervision, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision, Verbal Communication, Good Verbal Comm, […]
Many caregivers will encounter end-of-life caregiving with a Care recipient (cr) although difficult with proper understanding this type of caregiving is possible the following are important questions to consider when determining the appropriate care for the cr
Try: Has the cr set forth her p Materials: n/a Categories: Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: For end-of-life care that include remaining at home is qualified dependable support available to ensure 24 hour care for the cr will the cr’s home accommodate a hospital bed wheelchair and bedside commode are transportation services available […]
Care recipient (cr) gets aggressive and acts out
Try: If cr becomes aggressive remember that it is the medical issue he she is dealing with, not the person, causing the behavior avoid confrontation be positive and reassuring and speak with a quiet soothing voice if cr becomes physically aggressive back away it may help to say something such as please don’t hurt me […]
Care recipient (cr) gets agitated or aggressive at times
Try: Simplify the environment avoid clutter identify situations sounds or patterns that cause aggression and avoid them when possible decrease the number of items placed in front of cr during an activity or at mealtime avoid confusion and hurry avoid overstimulation be alert for a possible illness or pain that may be causing the behavior […]
Care recipient (cr) sits for long periods of time staring blankly he she seems indifferent or depressed
Try: Engage cr in his her favorite activities reminisce about past events that cr is more likely to remember play music with a strong tempo and encourage cr to clap or stomp his her feet acknowledge cr cr’s feelings realize that he she may be feeling grief over physical and mental losses due to a […]
Care recipient (cr) has trouble finding the right words to say
Try: Use good listening skills keep eye contact and use touch to reassure and show interest in what cr is saying show interest in what cr says and feels pay attention to his her voice and gestures to better understand his her feelings keep in mind that emotions are sometimes more important than what is […]
As a caregiver selecting and preparing food for the Care recipient (cr) is a big responsibility be sure to include healthy foods especially foods that are heart healthy creating a heart-friendly diet starts with stocking your fridge with healthy and accessible foods prepare a list before you head to the store or farmer’s market and leave a little time after your trip to set yourself up for success during the week
Try: Check food contents while shopping at the grocery store look for foods displaying heart healthy labels make healthy substitutions choose substitutions like 1 milk instead of whole soft margarine for butter and lean meats like chicken and fish in place of ribs or ground meat prepare foods that are easy to eat when you […]
As a caregiver selecting and preparing food for the Care recipient (cr) is a big responsibility be sure to include healthy foods especially foods that are heart healthy unhealthy cholesterol levels increase your risk for heart disease so keeping yours low is key to a healthier heart your diet is central to controlling your cholesterol some foods can actually lower your cholesterol while others only make matters worse
Try: Avoid saturated or trans fats foods containing high levels of saturated fats or trans fats can boost cholesterol levels in your body much more significantly than other foods saturated fat and trans fat both increase the levels of bad cholesterol and can even lower levels of good cholesterol choose foods wisely pick foods rich […]
Part of caregiving for older or terminally ill care recipients cr is dealing with late stage care while the symptoms in the final stages of life vary by the cr and the condition there are some more common symptoms that caregivers can provide comfort for the following are tips to prepare for common late stage symptoms
Try: Common symptoms in end-of-life care drowsiness plan visits and activities for times when the cr is most alert becoming unresponsive many crs are still able to hear after they are no longer able to speak confusion about time place and persons speak calmly and slowly to help to re-orient the cr gently remind the […]