Try: Look for appliances that have large size buttons and controls easy to read displays safety features within the unit like an automatic turn-off feature that will program a maximum cooking time and turn off when it is reached a burner that will turn off when there is not a pan on it or if […]
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Care recipient (cr) was burned by food when he took container out of the microwave
Try: The safest place for a microwave is on a counter top not above head-level to avoid injury to the face when hot items are removed always use hot mitts when removing items from microwave keep hot mitts next to microwave for convenience Materials: Hot mitts Categories: Sage, Topic, Maintenance, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: […]
Care recipient (cr) has bruises
Try: Treat the bruising by alternating hot and cold compresses do not place directly on the skin use a thin cloth as a barrier question the cr about the bruises date and notate his or her response if abuse is suspected carefully document the physical state of the cr every time you notice new bruising […]
Preventing hypertension high blood pressure with diet
Try: Encourage the Care recipient (cr) to add the following to his or her regular diet green vegetables root vegetables carrots parsnips radish yams fruit with high potassium content bananas cantaloupe raisins papaya prunes Materials: n/a Categories: Maintenance, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: n/a Keywords: Hypertension high blood pressure diet *This information is listed as […]
Care recipient (cr) is complaining of heartburn or indigestion
Try: Elevate the head of the cr cr’s bed if possible encourage the cr to avoid chocolate cola drinks coffee tea and tobacco milk and antacids can help eliminate this problem help the cr start and maintain a healthy diet and exercise program Materials: n/a Categories: Maintenance, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: n/a Keywords: Indigestion […]
Care recipient (cr) is worried about someone breaking into his house
Try: Make sure all doors are in good condition and have sturdy locks check that all windows lock and are not broken make sure entryways pathways and yard is well lit make sure landscaping does not create blind spots near doors and windows keep all bushes and trees around doors and windows trimmed back Materials: […]
Care giver cg is worried about care recipient’s cr safety at home
Try: Lock any cabinets that contain sharp or dangerous items or remove the items from the home lock up all cleaning products in the kitchen bathroom laundry room etc provide cr with extra support while he is walking on surfaces such as tile wet areas icy walkways in stocking feet over curbs into doctor’s offices […]
Care recipient (cr) needs to stay cool during hot weather
Try: Keep frozen treats available that have a high water and low sugar content like sugar-free popsicles try making pop sickles using juice to save a few pennies serve fruit with a high water content like watermelon Materials: Sugar-free pop sickles fruit juice watermelon Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: protecting seniors from […]
Care recipient (cr) doesn’t dress right for warm weather
Try: Make sure that cr’s clothing is lightweight not form-fitting and light in color make sure hats are loosely woven or ventilated so they don’t trap heat and broad-brimmed so they shade the entire face Materials: Light weight and light colored clothing that fits loosely loosely woven hats with a wide brim Categories: Sage, Topic, […]
Care recipient (cr) is on a clear liquids diet
Try: All broths and decaf teas are usually acceptable during a clear liquid diet allow clear decaffeinated sodas to become flat before giving to the cr prepare jello at half-strength by watering it down popsicles ice chips and gatorade are also good choices do not add cream or milk to any of the liquids Materials: […]