Try: Encourage the cr to implement the following recommendations find things to do that you enjoy and are able to do safely on your own try to accomplish tasks during the times of the day when you feel the best allow yourself enough time to do the things you need to do don’t feel rushed […]
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Care recipient (cr) sometimes has aggressive outbursts
Try: Try to anticipate situations in which cr may be uncomfortable over stimulated or confused try to avoid asking too many questions at once giving overly complicated instructions and speaking negatively that way you are less likely to confuse and agitate cr try to limit the amount of loud noises frenetic movement and clutter try […]
Care recipient (cr) is very self conscious and gets embarrassed about his her hair loss
Try: Find a very soft pillowcase such as one made from silk or satin encourage cr to protect his her scalp from sunburn by wearing a scarf wig hat or sunscreen suggest that cr get a short haircut which will make the hair appear thicker and fuller suggest that cr avoid stiff hairbrushes brush rollers […]
Care recipient (cr) doesn’t have a lot of energy
Try: Encourage cr to eat lots of protein which will help repair body tissues encourage cr to eat an adequate number of calories and fluids suggest that cr try taking a multivitamin encourage cr to exercise which could help him her feel more energetic and lift his her spirits Materials: Multivitamin Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical […]
Care recipient (cr) is recovering from a serious illness and seems depressed about his her future quality of life
Try: Try to offer emotional support try to listen with compassion without judging if cr is concerned that his or her remaining quality of life will be poor validate those concerns but let cr know that together you’ll make the most of the remaining time that you’ll be there with him her this will be […]
Care recipient (cr) is having nausea and vomiting
Try: Try serving cr a variety of bland foods and liquids these might include clear broth such as chicken or beef clear carbonated beverages rice crackers or boiled potatoes broiled or baked chicken with the skin removed cranberry or grape juice fruit-flavored drinks or fruit punch sports drinks tea water cream of wheat noodles oatmeal […]
Care recipient (cr) has extremely itchy skin which is also very dry and red
Try: Encourage the cr to implement the following suggestions avoid rubbing or scratching the affected area and to be very gentle there try using only lukewarm water and avoid anything hot or cold on the affected area use only soaps that are fragrance-and-deodorant-free gently pat him herself dry with a very soft towel after bathing […]
Sometimes a caregiver will encounter anger issues in the Care recipient (cr) the following are tips for the cr to
Try: To manage the anger problems materials try stick with ‘i’ statements to avoid criticizing or placing blame which might only increase tension try to be respectful and specific don’t hold a grudge forgiveness is a powerful tool if you allow anger and other negative feelings to crowd out positive feelings you might find yourself […]
Sometimes a caregiver will encounter anger issues in the Care recipient (cr) the following are tips for the cr to
Try: To manage the anger problems materials try take a break counting to 10 isn’t just for children before reacting to a tense situation take a few moments to breathe deeply and count to 10 slowing down can help defuse the cr’s temper if necessary take a break from the person or situation until your […]
Care recipient (cr) feels sich to his her stomach and is vomiting and has diarrhea
Try: Eliminate all smells in cr cr’s home such as from food especially fish garbage or even car exhaust any of which could provoke nausea offer cr many small easy-to nibble portions of food throughout the day keep snacks such as nuts crackers or dried fruit by cr cr’s bed as eating a little bit […]