Patient and caregiver were instructed on measures to promote medication compliance in patients with dementia as follows: Communicate in clear, simple language with dementia patients regarding the intended use of each medication, importance, side-effects to watch for and alert the caregivers. Providing printed instructions of the same, with pictures for easy understanding can help for future reference. Request the prescribing physicians for once daily dosing for easy compliance and combination pills if possible, which can [...]

Patient and caregiver were instructed on measures to promote personal safety for an individual with dementia as follows: Observe compliance with recommended assistive device use Install grab bars in bathrooms and handrails on staircases Remove all tripping hazards in the vicinity of seniors, such as cords and loos rugs Ensure adequate lighting, especially on the staircases Encourage compliance with periodical vision exam Review medications periodically, identify and manage medications that may contribute to dizziness and [...]

Patient and caregiver were instructed on measures to help slow the progression of dementia as follows: Slowing progression of dementia involves a multi-factorial approach involving lifestyle changes, medication management, social support, and compliance with dietary recommendations. Lifestyle changes include recommendations such as Encouraging smoking cessation Limiting intake of alcohol Practicing alternative management measures for anxiety and depression, such as deep breathing and relaxation, guided imagery, art, yoga, and meditation Encouraging the patient to have restful [...]

Patient and caregiver were instructed on recommendations for MIND diet as follows: MIND diet stands for Mediterranean-DASH Interventions for neurodegenerative delay. This dietary approach focusses on promoting brain health and comprises recommendations from Mediterranean and DASH diets. Incorporating this dietary measure in life-style choices is aimed at reducing the risk for cognitive decline and slowing the progression of dementia, in individuals with history of the condition. MIND diet emphasizes focus on promoting consumption of Green [...]

Patient and caregiver were instructed on signs and symptoms of dementia as follows: Depending on the type of dementia one has and the part of brain affected with dementia, presenting signs and symptoms can slightly differ from individual to individual. Also, depending on the type of dementia affecting the individual, the rapidity at which they present with signs and symptoms could differ. So, some forms of dementia can show a fast decline and some others [...]