The patient/caregiver was educated on coping with behavior patterns in Alzheimer’s patients as follows: As the nature of the condition leads to severe frustration and disappointment, Alzheimer’s individuals can often present with lack of motivation. Caregivers must learn to display some understanding of the condition, patience for their loved one, and avoid getting upset & angry with them, as it could lead to the Alzheimer’s patient retracting from others and isolating themselves. The household member [...]

The patient/caregiver was educated on coping with behavior patterns in Alzheimer’s patients as follows: Individuals with Alzheimer’s can often experience delusions and hallucinations. Caregivers must provide frequent reassurances regarding their surroundings, safety, and security. Also, caregivers should periodically let the Alzheimer’s patient know of their availability for any needed help. Caregivers must maintain a close track of fluid intake by the individual with Alzheimer’s. They can often be poorly aware of thirst and consequently, fall [...]

The patient/caregiver was educated on coping with behavior patterns in Alzheimer’s patients as follows: Frequent and sudden changes in the schedule can be frustrating for Alzheimer’s patients, as it becomes progressively difficult for them to cope with changes. Maintaining a routine can be easier on them and so, caregivers should give their best at keeping to the plan and avoid last minute changes. Caregivers must encourage the Alzheimer’s individual to maintain a routine with activities, [...]

The patient/caregiver was educated on measures to reduce risk for wandering behavior in Alzheimer’s patients as follows: Restful sleep patterns in senior citizens can lead to reduced restlessness, which can contribute to reduced confusion, lessened fatigue, and reduce risk for wandering. Taking small daytime naps can help better management of stress and fatigue in seniors and avoid episodes of confusion. Avoiding all possible stimuli, such as, television, visitors, and phones at least 2 hours before [...]

The patient/caregiver was educated on measures to reduce risk for wandering behavior in Alzheimer’s patients as follows: Caregivers must provide periodical reminders for restroom visits at defined time intervals and deliberate attempts to empty the bladder can help reduce incontinence episodes. Caregivers can also place reminders for the same on the patient’s phone or leave reminders posted on the wall in patient’s room, with time marked in bold for the scheduled restroom visit. Individuals needing [...]