Try: Create a grid on a piece of paper with 2 columns for each medicine and 1 column for each time of day the cr takes medication there should be 1 row for each type of medicine with a few extra in case any medications are added later above first column write name of pill […]
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Care recipient (cr) enjoys reading but is experiencing decreasing visual acuity
Try: Public libraries often provide large-print books or a magnifying glass or both can be used to make reading easier they also often provide books on cd or tape some media centers at libraries or on the internet have audio versions of books available for download onto mp3 players some libraries offer small mp3 players […]
Care recipient (cr) has difficulty getting up out of normal chairs possibly due to arthritis or other ailments
Try: Place each leg of the chair into a riser secure as instructed by the product this will raise the chair up 3-4 inches without losing stability making it easier for the cr to rise if risers make the chair too tall a small step stool hard foam block or other small step could be […]
A Care recipient (cr) has trouble choosing and putting on clothes or wears the same outfit for many days
Try: Limit the cr’s wardrobe to clothing that is easy to put on try these comfortable knit pants with elastic waistbands shirts that snap or are pulled over the head and shoes withvelcro closures and slip proof soles give the cr a choice between two color-coordinated outfits ask what color clothes the cr would like […]
Items keep slipping off tables and desks when Care recipient (cr) tries to pick them up due to cr cr’s limitations in manual dexterity and sense of touch
Try: #locate the areas that the cr typically puts keys phone wallet etc #trim nonslip material to form mats or use premade mats make mats as big or little as needed #place nonslip mats in the spots where keys phone wallet etc are usually kept #the mats can be moved from place to place as […]
Dehydration can often occur within a few hours and be life-threatening
Try: Keep a variety of the care recipient’s cr’s favorite drinks on hand ask about or observe changes in the cr’s p Materials: Alternatives to glassware variety of beverages Categories: Medical Physical, Personal, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision, Good Smelling, So-So Smelling, Poor Smelling, Good Taste, So-So Taste, […]
Care recipient (cr) is losing the ability to communicate well with words and is often sad and upset
Try: Ask the cr if she will hold your baby and place the doll in her arms Materials: Baby doll Categories: Communication, Emotional Psychological, Female, Some Supervision, Maximum Supervision, Somewhat Aware, So-So L T Memory, Poor L T Memory, So-So S T Memory, Poor S T Memory Information: Some crs grow calm when given a […]
Care recipient (cr) is breathing rapidly wringing hands pacing or talking in distressed tones physical needs appear to be met
Try: #when a cr is agitated approach slowly and use a calm quiet voice if the cr recognizes you try a gentle touch on the arm #once the cr responds to you verbally or physically try asking in short simple sentences what is happening what the cr is feeling etc some cr cr’s may respond […]
Alcohol abuse continues even though it adds to health risks interacts poorly with medications and interferes with safe performance of activities of daily living
Try: #read literature or watch dvds to help the Care recipient (cr) understand the physical risks of drinking alcohol interferes with some medications may affect sleep and harm verbal communication memory coordination etc long term abuse can cause brain and organ damage # Materials: Caregiver literature dvd nurse or physician Categories: Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, […]
Care recipient (cr) has sore muscles or chronic pain
Try: #shape a bag of peas to the area of pain #warm moist washcloths may also be used for pain management but don’t use a heating pad due to the risk of burns #apply cold and warm packs alternately #soothing music may work as a distraction #yoga or other forms of exercise may also be […]