Try: Try to break more complicated tasks into a few basic steps that are easy to do put the steps in writing and place where it can be easily seen by cr the simpler the better attach a sticky note on each knob or button with the number that corresponds with the proper sequence for […]
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Care recipient (cr) constantly follows the caregiver (cg) around mimics the cg or asks a lot of questions information this behavior is commonly referred to as shadowing this behavior typically stems from a feeling of fear or insecurity
Try: Offer the cr lots of reassurance to help offset the cr’ fear and insecurity try to find busywork for the cr to engage in for example folding towels and dusting any activity that can distract the cr from the shadowing behavior is helpful give the cr a timer when you will be away from […]
Care recipient (cr) displays physically and or verbally aggressive behavior information there are many different forms of aggressive behavior examples include irritability tantrums destructiveness hitting and violence there are many different causes of aggressive behavior examples include frustration disorientation hallucinations noise and overstimulation
Try: Use the cr’ detailed history to develop a care plan identify and eliminate what triggers the aggressive behaviors use the cd and dvd players to provide calming music therapy eliminate a loud and over stimulating environment simultaneous visitors television large crowds and so on approach the cr from the front smile tell the cr […]
Care recipient (cr) avoids social events because he or she is uncomfortable riding in car
Try: Talk to the cr about transportation options to find out what is most ideal for him or her talk about that has worked and what has not worked in past transport situations get specific Materials: Different types of vehicles to experiment with car van cross-over or larger Categories: Emotional Psychological, Maintenance, Social, Fully Aware, […]
Care recipient (cr) is unable to verbally call out loud enough at night to wake up live-in caregiver (cg)
Try: Place button of doorbell within reach of cr’s bed use 2-sided tape to secure place sound box near caregiver’s bed instruct cr to ring door bell when assistance is needed Materials: Batteries cordless door bell 2-sided tape Categories: Communication, Medical Physical, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware Information: n/a References: n/a Keywords: Emergency call system *This […]
Care recipient (cr) is having trouble remembering family member’s names and the relationship to him or her
Try: On the first page of the photo album type or write my family and friends on the second page left hand side place a picture of a family member or close friend on the third page right hand side type or write who the person is and what his or her relationship is to […]
Care recipient (cr) becomes fearful agitated and combative when bathing
Try: Set the mood so that the experience is relaxing and less scary for the cr use a large towels or sheets to cover up any mirrors in the bathroom mirrors are often scary for cr’s with memory loss use tape or thumbtacks to hold the towels and sheets up if needed place scented oil […]
Care recipient (cr) is a hypochrondiac
Try: Offer unconditional positive regard focused on the dignity and uniqueness of cr away from his or her health concerns give cr a simple time limit to discuss health concerns for example i will listen to you tell me about your hip pain for five minutes and then we will talk about __ provide supportive […]
Care recipient (cr) has a poor physical appearance and does not appear to be very concerned about it
Try: Discuss cultural expectations for physical appearance with cr review magazines and the internet with the cr to get some perspective on what is currently fashionable for seniors make a daily self-care list for cr for example take shower comb hair brush teeth and so on model how to comb hair wash face and so […]
Care recipient (cr) is absentminded
Try: Write reminders on post-it notes and place in high traffic areas to serve as reminders for the cr for example put a post-it note on the bathroom mirror with the cr’s morning routine put a post-it note by the phone with important phone numbers put a post-it note by the alarm clock with the […]