Try: #kindly reveal that you have noticed this problem and suggest that the cr try to use the bathroom every hour #encourage the cr to cut down on caffeinated beverages #hang a dry erase board or a piece of paper with a strung pencil in the bathroom with two columns for wet and dry this […]
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Bathing and showering are difficult when weakness affects ability to stand
Try: #hook up the handheld shower according to directions #place the bench or seat securely in the tub or shower #practice using the bench or seat to shower by doing a dry run this will allow for bench or chair height adjustments and identification of potential problems before the first shower or bath #having a […]
Caregiver is not sure if the Care recipient (cr) is comprehending questions instructions
Try: Ask the cr to look out the window comment on the weather stating the opposite of actual conditions for example if it is warm and sunny out say matter-of-factly look at all that snow if the cr nods or indicates agreement you have an indication that her or she is not comprehending Materials: Window […]
Care recipient (cr) tends to lose or misplace keys
Try: Purchase a stretchable bracelet-style keychain available at most office supply stores and many discount stores attach keys to the bracelet remind the cr to put bracelet on when dressing in the morning and to take it off before going to bed always putting it in the same place where it will be visible while […]
Extra care and thought are needed when balance and fatigue affect dressing
Try: # the Care recipient (cr) is seated in the chair or on the edge of the bed clothes are in reach #from a seated position a top is removed or put on #to remove pants and underwear the cr stands the caregiver may want to stand next to the cr in case of loss […]
Organize the kitchen to preventing falls and other mishaps
Try: Install new lighting as needed to ensure that the kitchen is adequately lit under-cabinet lighting for counters can be helpful remove floor rugs place frequently used dishes utensils and cups on counter tops or easy-to-reach shelves to avoid making the Care recipient (cr) reach or bend for them encourage the cr to use the […]
Tips for dealing with aggressive Care recipient (cr) behavior
Try: Assess the cr for situations that trigger aggression not patterns same time each day during certain activities like bathing or dressing create a safe room for example a bedroom with only a bed and a dresser wall to wall carpet lighting from above with a dimmer switch room to pace remove lamps mirrors pictures […]
Changes in ability can lead to difficulty getting safely in and out of tubs and showers
Try: #if a shower has sliding glass doors replace them with a shower curtain to allow room for the transfer bench #install the shower head they are sold in drug and home improvement stores #put the transfer bench in the tub across from the shower with two legs inside and two legs outside of the […]
Care recipient (cr) has poor balance which affects his or her walking
Try: Place the gait belt securely around cr cr’s waist while he or she is sitting or thread a sturdy standard belt through the cr cr’s belt loops when the cr is standing tighten the belt to make it snug stay on the cr cr’s weaker side and grip the belt at the small of […]
Use adaptive equipment to make bathing safer for a care recipient with limited stamina
Try: Tub benches with commode cut-outs allow cr to wash the entire body while seated a reversible seat part accommodates a right or left-sided water supply suction feet secure the bench legs inside the tub and rubber-tips prevent slippage of the outside legs a slot between the commode seat and the transfer surface allows insertion […]