So often the stresses and demands made on family members or the caregivers of patients can be overlooked. This book addresses the practical and emotional issues that can develop awareness to the problems and ‘kickstart” a self help and more assertive attitude. For health care professionals ensuring positive, cooperative and competent help for the patient at home- this book can be the first step towards compliance to treatment.
This book covers the factors causing pain, common myths, signs and symptoms of pain and how to manage pain. Pain is an everyday occurrence for many older people, apparently 45 – 80% of older clients living in nursing homes have pain on a regular basis. It is important to be empathetic and properly care for the elderly client suffering from pain.
This self study guide outlines the basics components for a healthy diet for the elderly, introduces basic facts on label reading and outlines the process for developing a meal plan for a client.
This self study guide introduces what diabetes is and most importantly, the complications that can occur if the diabetes is not properly managed.. There are critical daily care issues highlighted and explanations on what to do in critical situations such as hypoglycemia.