Try: # ask the cr to rate pain on a scale of 1 through 10 with 1 representing a little pain and 10 representing the worst pain # tell the cr you would like to try some relaxation exercises to try to help him or her with the pain # have the cr sit in […]
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Care recipient (cr) has a difficult time eating due to some paralysis or loss of tactile sensation but would like to remain as independent as possible
Try: To make eating easier cut food into manageable but still recognizable pieces place plate guard on side opposite to the cr cr’s dominate hand usually on the left side this gives the cr a surface to push food against to get it on the spoon or fork make a washable bib that stays in […]
Canes should be adjusted to care recipient’s cr’s height and training should be sought in its proper usage
Try: #use an adjustable cane to learn how to walk with a cane and to figure out what cane height will work best later if another cane is desired the height will be known in advance wooden canes can be cut to the proper length #when using a cane the elbow should be slightly bent […]
Diabetes causes risk of poor circulation skin breakdown and non-healing sores in the feet
Try: Never go barefoot even in the house always wear shoes and socks cotton and wool socks absorb sweat and pull it away from the skin shake pebbles or small particles out of shoes before putting them on don’t keep money in shoes wear shoes with extra depth at the toe to prevent any rubbing […]
Caregivers may find it hard to do chores and keep an eye out for care recipients crs
Try: #purchase a baby monitor with a rechargeable transmitter from the infant section of any store’s children’s section #place the transmitter part of the baby monitor next to the cr’s chair or bed #clip the receiver to the caregiver’s belt or waistband #keep the transmitter’s range in mind when stepping outside Materials: Baby monitor Categories: […]
Safety for the Care recipient (cr) when outdoors
Try: If there is a swimming pool with a removable ladder make sure the ladder is removed when cr is outdoors if the pool has steps and a deck place a gate at the bottom and the top of the steps make sure outdoor area is well lit if cr is outdoors in the evening […]
The needs of people who care for others are often overlooked
Try: #make a list of what is stressful lack of time for self feelings of anger and guilt exhaustion etc talk to a trusted friend if you have trouble naming the things that are stressful #think about solutions to some of the stressors consider seeking or accepting help with house work shopping or sitting with […]
Changing physical or mental conditions may lead to poor tooth care
Try: #put all items near or on the sink #unscrew the toothpaste and put it on the brush #wet the toothbrush with water and brush teeth #rinse toothbrush #add water to cup and rinse mouth #turn off water #dry hands and face the Care recipient (cr) or the caregiver can do any of the above […]
Care recipient (cr) with poor memory or organization problems may want help budgeting
Try: #review the cr’s current spending and regular bills to create a realistic budget #make a written plan to pay bills related to housing utilities health food and transportation write a list of all bills to be paid for each month or quarter and check each bill off as it is paid agree on a […]
Decreases in memory judgment sensation or reflexes may lead to higher risk of burns
Try: #turn down the temperature on the water heater or hire someone to do it #label all faucets with large temperature indicators; red for hot and blue for cold faucet indicators can be found in medical supply catalogs and stores #never get into a bath or shower without checking the water temperature first never help […]