Try: #although some crs are more outgoing than others social contact is a basic human need for everyone #gentle invitation and encouragement are more effective than nagging at getting people involved in social activities #sharing interests or meaningful activities can lead to fun and friendship these may lead to a fuller more satisfying life #keep […]
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Dry fragile skin can tear easily when scratched
Try: #apply moisturizing lotion daily #apply lotion to skin after bathing to help trap moisture if you see the Care recipient (cr) scratching throughout the day offer or apply more lotion #limit the use of soap use it mainly on the face genitals armpits hand and feet many crs do not need to bathe daily […]
Smoking cigarettes harms care recipient recipient’s cr cr’s ability to maintain appetite and weight
Try: #smoking dulls the senses of smell and taste both of which encourage appetite #keep a smoking log for a few days recording the times and activities taking place when the cr smokes for example 7 00 a m get up have cigarette and coffee 7 30 a m cigarette after breakfast the log is […]
New caregiver (cg) needs suggestions on how to bond with new Care recipient (cr)
Try: Try being their new best friend share in their joys and listen to their sorrows always treat a cr as an adult – don’t talk over around or through them even though the cr’s actions could sometimes be childlike they are adults and should be treated that way with respect take their feelings seriously […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty making or keeping eye contact
Try: #use the cr’s name to begin and throughout a conversation to gain and hold the cr’s attention #if the cr is comfortable being touched touch the cr cr’s forearm or hand when speaking #look at the cr’s face when you speak speak in a clear voice at a medium speed and tone #be mindful […]
Exercise is possible for those with limited mobility who can stretch bend and flex from their wheelchairs
Try: #increase circulation of blood and oxygen to arms and upper body by doing five of each of the following exercises 1 to 3 times a day increase the number from five to fifteen as your stamina improves ##stretch your hands alternating with your right and your left reaching each as high as you can […]
Care recipient (cr) has lost the strength to handle pots or pans
Try: #place everything the cr uses on an almost daily basis spices measuring cups spoons small utensils etc in the cabinet the cr can most easily reach #leave pots and pans on the stove #place a towel on the countertop between the sink and the stove the cr can use this to slide pots and […]
Loss of interest in activities or conversation can come with depression grief a sense of powerlessness and some stages of dementia or the end of life
Try: #provide chances for the cr to make choices in food drink clothing and activity offer simple and reasonable choices and honor the choice the cr makes #don’t keep trying to re-engage the cr in activities the cr is setting aside offer them once in a while to see if interest returns but accept that […]
Care recipient (cr) with adult children lives far from family
Try: #the adult child buys a digital picture frame and checks to see how many pictures it can hold #the adult child gathers photos to share with the distant parent cr and has them digitalized this can be done at home with proper software or at a photo service #once digitalized the photos are put […]
Overweight Care recipient (cr) snores severely at night and falls asleep throughout the day
Try: #snoring at night and unusual sleepiness during the day may be signs of sleep apnea a significant sleep disorder that can be life-threatening if untreated #see a doctor and ask if a referral for a sleep study or evaluation for sleep apnea is recommended #eliminate or cut back on caffeinated drinks and foods they […]