Try: Place weights securely on the top front horizontal bar of the walker stand the person and walk as usual with the walker you’ll know you have the correct amount of weight on the walker when the cr cr’s backward leaning is alleviated by weights the goal is to provide stability without overloading the walker […]
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Care recipient (cr) has difficulty walking in dimly lit hallways or dark rooms
Try: Buy motion-sensitive lights from a hardware store or building-supply store they are available in battery powered versions place motion-sensitive lights where more light is needed the lights will come on when motion is detected usually at a distance of about 10 feet check packaging or with manufacturer and will remain on until motion ceases […]
Stress anxiety or pain leads Care recipient (cr) to combative outbursts at bath time
Try: #create a spa-like atmosphere in the bathroom with music and battery-operated candles #approach the cr in a non-threatening way and say the spa appointment is ready #give the cr a washcloth to hold to prevent fighting and distract the cr help the cr undress make sure a towel is available to protect modesty #seat […]
Special care is required when bathing or showering after hip surgery
Try: #gather all clothing towels and shower supplies before showering and make them easily accessible in the bathing area #use bath mats with rubber backing to prevent tripping # use a shower bench as a seat in the tub or shower place it far from and facing the faucets #to enter a tub sit on […]
Care recipient (cr) has trouble falling asleep
Try: Music players are offered for low prices at discount and department stores audio books fiction and nonfiction can be purchased through catalogs and online or they can be checked out from most libraries nature recordings can also be purchased online or through therapy and self-help catalogs you may also find them in retail music […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty swallowing or is not longer able to swallow medication in the form of pills and capsules
Try: Check with doctor or pharmacist for each medication before performing this tip as some pills should not be crushed a mortar is a bowl and pestle is a mashing device they are usually made of stone or ceramic and can be bought as a set at most pharmacies they are designed for crushing while […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty remembering where he or she is
Try: Place signs around rooms indicating where the person is for example this is your home in techny you have lived here for 20 years have a daily calendar that you can show to the person to orient today below the calendar have a list of things the person is supposed to do for the […]
Weakness poor balance and other conditions can make bathing dangerous
Try: #measure the tub and surrounding areas to see where grab bars would fit and be most useful grab bars are found in medical supply stores and some pharmacies as are tub and shower benches or chairs grab bars must be installed properly or safety will be decreased rather than increased grab bars must be […]
Care recipient (cr) is unable or unwilling to move from sitting to standing or move from a chair or toilet and seems to be fearful resistant or lacks understanding of the task
Try: Place the belt around the cr cr’s waist stand in front of the cr with your knees slightly bent and shoulder width apart grasp the belt on either side just behind the sides of the waist assist the cr in leaning forward at the waist bringing the cr cr’s head toward his or her […]
Care recipient (cr) is experiencing increased isolation due to decreased mental processing ability and speed
Try: Decide the idea you wish to communicate write it down in short sentences avoid transition words such as if but and and use no more than 5 sentences to convey the idea establish contact with the cr by saying his or her name possibly combined with a friendly greeting face the cr directly 3 […]