How to take care of dementia in the elderly
For patients with dementia, caregiving is very important. The main methods of care include: First, caregivers must closely watch the elderly and never allow them to wander off. Patients with dementia often experience significant spatial dysfunction, which frequently leads to getting lost. Thus, preventing the elderly from wandering off is a very challenging task. Secondly, patients with dementia exhibit clear cognitive impairments. They may forget to turn off the gas when cooking or start drinking hot water directly, so it is crucial to prevent these dangerous situations. Thirdly, patients with dementia often have vivid hallucinations and may experience episodes of panic. Family members must be attentive, understand the patient, and manage soothing care effectively. Additionally, it is very important to take the patient for regular hospital visits for check-ups and medication adjustments.
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