...Falls with dementia residents in long-term facilities have been a main concern. With all the proper fall prevention in place and no environmental factors exist, falls still occur. Head injuries, hip dislocations, fractures, wounds, and death can be related to incidence of falls with this population. These injuries decrease the quality of life in dementia patients. Agitation is found to be the dominate cause of falls in dementia patients. Research has shown that music therapy reduced to reduce falls in this population by reducing agitation. Recommendations Several studies have been evaluating music therapy on dementia patients. Studies have concluded that the use of music has shown a significant reduction of falls with dementia patients by decreasing agitation and creating a relaxed atmosphere. It has been recommended that music be played during peek agitation hours for that particular patient. This can be done by observing the patient and documenting when and how agitation starts. Once this process has been well documented, implementing music therapy should be done. Combined recommendations have shown that the iPod conceived the greatest results. If iPods are not readily available or too costly, then considerations of mini radios with head phones would be an ideal replacement. Implementation...
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...What would you expect to see in adults with the following conditions: • a. Dementia The onset of symptoms for dementia often begins after 60 years old, and are characterized by the slower progression of memory loss; dementia is a chronic disease, and is associated with structural brain diseases. Older adults with dementia display cognition problems development (mainly memory loss, impaired abstract thinking, judgment, though patterns, agnosia, and complete disorientation), inability to perform activities of daily living (meal preparation, grooming, manage shopping, finances, medications, driving), speech problems (disordered, incoherent, rambling), mood changes (depressed, apathetic, uninterested, impulsiveness, anxiety), and delusions....
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...Introduction: Affecting 64% of all dementia cases (Alzheimer’s Society of Canada, 2014), Alzheimer’s disease is a growing problem today. With close to 90 000 cases of dementia reported in the greater Toronto area (GTA) (Hopkins, 2010) and the number continuing to rise, it is a widespread problem in society. Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by memory loss, difficulty completing daily tasks, confusion, communication problems, and emotional and social changes (Alzheimer’s Association, 2014). Alzheimer’s disease is most common from age 65 onward. There is no cure to alzheimer’s disease, and the exact mechanisms are unclear. Current research suggests that plaques and tangles are responsible for the destruction of neurones, leading to symptoms...
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...The aim of this assignment is to explore challenging behaviour in the person with dementia. As it is outside the scope of this assignment to explore all the potential reasons for challenging behaviour, the focus of this assignment will be on challenging behaviour in the context of the communication of pain, using a case study to illustrate this. This assignment will describe challenging behaviours, the behaviours associated with pain, and the management strategies employed by nursing staff, using a person-centred approach to care. Finally, ways of improving the care provided will be explored and recommendations made. The rationale for choosing to discuss this issue is that I currently work as a staff nurse on an organic assessment ward, and am frequently involved in caring for people with dementia who present with challenging behaviours that are difficult to manage in the community setting. There are currently 750,000 people with dementia in the UK. As the UK’s population grows, there will be substantial increases, and it is estimated that there will be 940,000 people with dementia by 2021, rising to over 1.7 million by 2051. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia (Alzheimer’s Society, 2010). Gogia and Rastogi (2009) describe Alzheimer’s disease as a progressive illness, where there is a decline in almost all functions, including memory, movement, language and communication skills, behaviour, judgement and abstract reasoning, and the ability to carry out...
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...P2 * For each of the six types of dementia you need to outline : * 5 effects on the quality of life * 2 effects on the impact on health * 3 effects on the impact of the increased likelihood of abuse * There is a power point on Moodle to help you with this. * You need to use case studies ( make them up yourself or come and see me) to show examples for each effect EG: Fear: A person with Alzheimer’s may feel fear about going out alone. An example of this would be George who is 78 and has Alzheimer’s. George is always fearful of going out alone after he went into town to go shopping and due to his Alzheimer’s forgot where he was and what he was doing. He was found by the police and taken to the police station before going home. This frightened George so now he will only go out with his wife or his son. P3 Guide You need to describe 7 pieces of legislation and two frameworks. How do they ( the legislation and frameworks) make sure the people who work with individuals with dementia do their job properly. There is a long power point on Moodle to help you with this. P4 Guide You need to explain the roles and responsibilities of the health and social care workers in improving the health and quality of life for people with dementia. To do this use the case study of Peter in your assignment brief You need to include: * 5 aspects of the person centred approach choose from * Principles of care. * Dignity ...
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...Outcome (1) For John and his family to attend weekly Monday meetings for review and discussion. Treatment and upcoming discharge plans for John where his family feels involved in his care and where they have an opportunity to ask questions and discuss his care. John's family to get the necessary support once he is discharged. (2) For John’s mental health to stabilize. John has been diagnosed with dementia. (3) John has difficulty communicating verbally. (4) Offer John 1-1 times daily to facilitate and express his thoughts and feelings. Staff to monitor his mood and sleeping patterns. (3) Staff to be constantly vigilant when around John as he can lash out and becomes physically aggressive at times even without triggers. Nurse in charge...
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...3) What impact did the abuse have on the patient? • Ms. Annie lost her trust • She got frightened 4) What actions should a nurse take in order to prevent/stop this kind of abuse? • One nurse should approach the client at a time • Discuss the bath schedule with the patient and listen her concerns • Asses the reasons behind the client’s behaviour. • Find how often the client took a shower before admission. • Take little to time to create a trust worthy relationship and establish a therapeutic communication with the client. • Redirect the client. • Seek additional education program about the management of dementia clients. 6) Sexual Abuse Video SUMMARY: • Two nurses are providing care for a male client. • They laughed, made sexual comments...
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...Green Mountain Case Study XXXXX CSU Global University Organizational Innovation and Change XXXX XXXXX Defined by PsychCentral, “Cognitive reframing focuses on thinking differently by “reframing” negative or untrue assumptions and thoughts into ones that promote adaptive behavior and lessen anxiety.” (Grohol, 2011) The intent of this writing is to explore the change images found in the Green Mountain Resort Case Study. The specific goals are to identify the change image portrayed by Gunter, the hospitality literature, and the consultant. Also covered is how the change image influenced how to deal with the turnover problem. The next challenge is to select a different change image and describe how it would influence the situation described in the case study. Finally, this writing will summarize the benefits of reframing the change manager’s perspective to solving or not solving a problem. According to Cha-International, the employee turnover rate is the highest in the hospitality Industry. (Cha-International, n.d.) In Green Mountain study, Gunter, the partial owner of the resort, believed the high turnover rate was a major problem, and he was determined to change it. Gunter believed he could fix his “chronically sick organization” by using benefits and promotion opportunities as incentives to convince employees to stay. As described in the book, Management Organizational Change, Gunter performed as a director of change by believing his change action would...
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...this paper I argue that taking early screening test for diseases such as Dementia is a better approach than waiting for symptoms to occur. I begin by discussing what Kantian deontology is and the three formulations of Kant’s categorical imperatives before applying it to the case. I then weigh both sides of the argument before proving using Kantian theory my argument in addressing the dilemma in the case. Deontology is a kind of normative ethics wherein the moral rightness of an action is based on the adherence of duty or obligation (Alexander & Moore). The concept of deontology is in opposition against consequentialism in which the moral rightness or wrongness of an action depends on the consequences. Among philosophers, Immanuel Kant is...
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...There are many service users that use social care services and for those who have an interest in creativity and the arts all activities can be adapted to suit their abilities. Dementia and Alzheimer’s: Creativity and the arts bring about a non-verbal, interactive way of communication which is helpful to those suffering with dementia. Dementia describes multiple problems that lead to brain cell damage. Some major symptoms of dementia disease are: memory loss, difficulties with language and finding the correct vocabulary to use, problem stringing along and following a conversation. (The Alzheimer Society of Ireland 2012) For these reasons the arts is a great non-verbal from of communication for the service users suffering with dementia disease....
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...When assessing pain in dementia patients in an acute setting, nurse-patient relationship is most important. Nurses must be able to understand and respond to a patient with dementia, and remember they are a person and not a disease. Nurses can find it difficult to engage with dementia patients as it is challenging and emotionally upsetting for both them and the patient themselves (Leach, M. J. 2005). The nurse patient relationship must encompass three important aspects of care: physical, psychological and emotional care (Pelzang, 2010). Communication with dementia patients is important and again comes with challenges, nurses need to be sensitive, patient and be aware of the needs and abilities of each individual to provide the best possible...
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...Counseling for Dementia for all Adult People is a Must in the World for Better Living The word Dementia and its types are most common with old age people, who are the major sufferer of this chronic disease. The early onset Dementia may not know until he or she may show aggressive behaviors and totally become a different personality apart from living with his or her earlier lifestyle. It has three stages and the early or beginning is most often, ignored to diagnose due to ignorance from family, friends and may not have a family with them. The Dementia patient at the early stage may become normal if they are taking proper treatment from a neurologist. Cause of People Affected with Dementia in Later Adult Stage • Dementia is cause due to damages...
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...Domestic Squalor & Hoarding Pilot Project Institute of Child Protection Studies Australian Catholic University October 2011 October 1, 2011 [HEALTHY HOME: HEALTHY ME] Acknowledgements We would like to acknowledge and thank the clients of Healthy Home Healthy Me who made themselves available to talk about their experiences of the program. Thanks also to the range of stakeholders who participated in the review. Report by: Megan Layton Morag McArthur This project was commissioned by Northside Community Service. Thanks to Justin Barker and Tim Moore for their comments on the draft. Institute of Child Protection Studies Canberra Campus Australian Catholic University PO Box 256 DICKSON ACT 2602 icps@signadou.acu.edu.au Phone: 02 6209 1225 Fax: 02 6209 1216 http://www.acu.edu.au/icps/ Institute of Child Protection Studies, p2 October 1, 2011 [HEALTHY HOME: HEALTHY ME] Foreword by Northside Community Service ‘Healthy Home Healthy Me’ was an 18 week pilot program that supported nine clients to reduce severe domestic squalor and chronic hoarding within Canberra’s Inner North. During 2009/10, the Aged and Disability Home and Community Care (HACC) program at Northside Community Service (NCS) had received a high number of referrals for people presenting with issues related to hoarding and/or squalor. Prior to the pilot program, all nine of the program participants initially received HACC case management as well as a range of other HACC services, such as domestic...
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...GEOG 1 Essays (15 marks) Exam date | Rivers | Coasts | Population | Health | Specimen | Describe and explain the development of meanders. | With reference to one or more case study of coastal management, discuss whether the benefits outweigh the costs. | With reference to a named country, evaluate attempts to manage population change.Name of country: | Discuss how the United Kingdom’s changing population structure is likely to affect employment in the health and care services over the next 25 years or so. | June 09 | Describe and explain the formation of landforms resulting from rejuvenation. | With specific reference to a case study of coastal erosion, assess the relative importance of its physical and socio-economic consequences. | Outline and comment on the economic and political consequences of populationchange | Describe and suggest reasons for regional variations in morbidity in the UK. | Jan 10 | Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hard engineering as a floodmanagement strategy | Explain the causes of sea level change and the formation of resultant coastal landforms. | For any two of the following types of area, summarise the contrasts between themand explain the implications of these contrasts for social welfare: * inner city * suburban * rural–urban fringe * rural settlement.Chosen areas: | Discuss the impact of obesity on people’s health and the strategies adopted to care for people with obesity | June 10 | Compare and comment on the economic...
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...contemporary organizational issue you find intriguing. Use one field site or example for the entire paper. Also, be explicit about the level issue. For example, if you are using the concept of personality then it is an individual level issue. A list of concepts and their related levels is provided in a separate document. Focus of paper-related requirements: Outline: Submit a formal outline for your paper, complete with references. The purpose of the outline is to help you organize your content, which also results in increased clarity, improved logic, and better structure of the paper. There may be adjustments from this document to your final paper, but at this stage the paper should not require major revisions. Final Paper: Use a case study format for the structure of your paper. Identify and analyze issues using course concepts, and propose recommendations for the organization you are focusing on. Use of course concepts 1. Use a minimum of 8 concepts for the paper. Include a list of the concepts you used at the beginning of the paper. 2. Briefly define each concept you use within the text (a paragraph or two). 3. For each concept, write a diagnosis at one level (e.g., the person level). For example, you might write “The employee misses work frequently due to stress from conflict with her supervisor.” Note, stress and conflict would require definitions.) 4. For each concept, write a solution or solutions. Identify the level(s) you addressed in Step 2...
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