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Care of Patients With Dementia: Mr. Premnath R Lecturer, Govt. College of Nursing Thiruvananthapuram
Care of Patients With Dementia: Mr. Premnath R Lecturer, Govt. College of Nursing Thiruvananthapuram
DEMENTIA
Mr. Premnath R
Lecturer, Govt. College of Nursing
Thiruvananthapuram
• 30 million people with dementia worldwide
currently, and this is likely to double every 20
year.
MAIN RULES :
Don’t Argue
• Label articles
Reduce chances of hurting
• Have fewer objects on the floor.
• Remove sharp objects like knives
(keep them locked)
• Remove carpets and wires that can
cause tripping
• Ensure all electric connections are
safe and that there are no exposed
wires
Reduce chances of confused
interpretation
etc.
• Provide room and bathroom facilities at the
ground floor.
wheelchairs, if needed.
General Safety