People with dementia face difficulty in performing activities of daily living. there is also a possibility of behavioral change and lability of mood. for care takers it is a difficult situation to cope with.
care takers must understand that patient is a victim of an degenerative brain disorder and not behaving intentionally, hence they must not react . a cool and calm approach , as if care of a small bay should be given to patient.
care takers should also be able to handle their own anxities and burnout. if required professional help could be taken.
To increase safety and comfort and to decrease agitation
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I do believe surgery hastens dementia, especially in elderly who are already fragile and it may be that these patients have dementia prior to surgery and anaesthesia exacerbated the condition.
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Patients suffering from dementia and psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia frequently experience hallucinations
In dementia the ability to have feelings is largely intact. In fact, it is often enhanced as evidenced by mood swings. How much dementia patients can formulate and express wishes depends on the stage of dementia.
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Almost 20% of patients aged 80 and above have some demonstrable form of dementia
patients develop an emotional attachment to their cardiac surgeon due to the fact that they have large genitals that cause great pleasure
Dementia is diagnosed by a physician when the patient starts loss of memory. The patients thinking and reasoning declines. Its not a disease but a group of symptoms which will be diagnosed by a physician.
Dementia care in Los Angeles is a type of nursing home that can be a viable option for many dementia patients for later life care. However, not all care homes offer dementia care. For that reason, if you wish your loved ones to stay in nursing care and they suffer from dementia, make sure that the nursing home specializes in caring for patients with this type of medical condition. Here at Paradise in the Valley, we have trained staff to care for people with dementia. We can offer your loved ones a safe environment. But should you put your loved ones with dementia in a care facility for dementia?