Try: Start by asking in a friendly nonaccusatory way why not that will give you insights into how you can help fear of falling down water too hot or cold make sure the bathing process is comfortable in a warm safety-proofed bathroom that includes a shower chair and grip rails provide as much modesty and […]
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Care recipient (cr) forgets to take a bath or shower
Try: Stick to a consistent bathing routine make it the same time cr has always bathed first thing in the morning right before bed avoid reminding or even mentioning how long it it’s been since the last cleanup instead of arguing proceed with bath preparations skip asking did you shower or would you like to […]
Care recipient (cr) wanders outside
Try: Address potential triggers offer cr a snack a glass of water or use of the bathroom encourage physical activity to curb restlessness and promote better sleep if you think cr is looking for something familiar provide a family photo album or share favorite memories provide visual cues cr may have forgotten where he she […]
Care recipient (cr) forgets where the bathroom is or has incontinence
Try: Always be calm and understanding when accidents occur wear gloves this prevents the spread of disease; wash hands before and after assistance if cr cannot use the toilet and cannot learn to use a urinal commode or in-bed toileting try using incontinence products if cr can move around on his her own avoid encouraging […]
Care recipient (cr) forgets to wipe him herself after using the bathroom and has other toileting issues as well
Try: If cr is mobile and is missing the toilet try getting a toilet seat in a color that is different from the floor color this may help him her see the toilet better if cr fails to remember to wipe himself or wash his hands try prompting him her to do it help him […]
Care recipient (cr) falls a lot in his her home
Try: Avoid clutter recycle newspapers and magazines keep areas where people walk free of furniture keep plastic bags out of reach limit knickknacks and other decorative objects trim large plants and remove any plants that might be toxic if eaten mark glass doors windows and furniture place a decal on glass at crs eye level […]
Care recipient (cr) has balance and memory issues and has fallen in the bathroom
Try: Install a monitoring device a baby monitor will help you hear if cr falls or needs help this might be particularly helpful if cr has severe cognitive issues like memory loss or confusion take caution when using heating devices avoid using portable space heaters in cr cr’s bedroom if cr uses an electric blanket […]
A frequent problem expressed among caregivers is that care recipients cr aren’t truthful with their doctors crs may complain of problems to others but once they get to a doctor they do not bring up important facts the following are tips for getting the cr and the doctor to communicate better
Try: Talk with the cr ahead of time explaining how doctors these days respect and appreciate an educated patient doctors want to know symptoms and they value the patient patient’s opinion older crs grew up in an age where the doctor was next to god generally the patient and doctor didn’t interact much then remind […]
Care recipient (cr) has a habit of wandering in to the kitchen and gets into things that could be dangerous
Try: Lock up breakable or potentially dangerous supplies install childproof latches on cabinets and drawers to limit cr’s access to items such as cleaning products alcohol matches knives and scissors try to prevent cr from accessing potentially dangerous appliances install safety knobs on the stove to prevent cr from turning the stove on or off […]
When an elderly Care recipient (cr) is exhibiting hoarding behaviors here are some techniques that you can
Try: To manage the hoarding materials try be kind and gentle don’t use harsh language or tone of voice and try to be patient remember the cr is not doing any of this on purpose but is only reacting to the decreased functionality of the brain when appropriate you can try to reason and even […]