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4 days ago · Significant changes, such as a decline in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), should ideally be reported as soon as they are identified. Prompt reporting ensures that care plans are updated promptly to meet the resident's evolving needs.
3 days ago · Loss is a component of our life, but it can elicit complex and difficult emotions. Losses come in many types and different magnitudes; they can range from something relatively minor (such as the loss of a cherished item) to major events (like the loss of a loved one).
1 day ago · Disability is the experience of any condition that makes it more difficult for a person to do certain activities or have equitable access within a given society. [1] Disabilities may be cognitive, developmental, intellectual, mental, physical, sensory, or a combination of multiple factors. Disabilities can be present from birth or can be ...
5 days ago · Energy conservation techniques are used to decrease dyspnea and the feeling that you are using up oxygen. They can also decrease the production of carbon dioxide and lower your heart rate. These techniques decrease the energy you use when you do activities of daily living (ADLs).
- 1. Rest before difficult activities. Stop if you become short of breath or fatigued. 2. Write a plan for your daily and weekly activities. Make sur...
- Perform as much personal care as you can while you are sitting down. You use more energy if you stand to do these activities. 1. Brush your teeth,...
- 1. Put items on shelves that are at eye or waist level. It takes more energy to reach over your head or bend at your waist. 2. Use a dish drain rac...
- Chronic lung disease can make you feel isolated. You may feel too tired to be active with other people. Schedule some social time every week. You m...
5 days ago · In this 2-part series, you’ll hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care and providing meaningful connection for the person with late-stage Alzheimer’s and their families.
3 days ago · Across the UK, there are nursing staff caring for patients with long-term conditions. But some are also managing similar diagnoses of their own. Here's how they manage.
4 days ago · Definition of Hypersensitivity. Hypersensitivity, in the context of autism, refers to an exaggerated response to sensory stimuli. Sensory stimuli can include sounds, sights, smells, tastes, and textures. For someone who is hypersensitive, these stimuli can be overwhelming or even painful.
