Dementia care is not just about difficult behaviors. It's about the whole body. There are many situations that can occur when caring for a PWD that goes beyond memory loss. There could be an infection, dehydration, depression, or something else that's creating havoc within your household.
When something goes wrong, you'll need to up your observation game to find out what it is and that's what this book is for. In this caregiver's guide we'll talk about the 10 most common health problems that can occur. We'll discuss what causes the problems, complications that can happen, symptoms to watch for, treatment options, and preventive measures you can take.
These are some of the problems you'll learn about:
- dehydration
- urinary tract infections
- pneumonia
- bed sores
- loss of appetite
- frequent falls, and more
Also included are pages from the online workbook including worksheets to define what's normal, checklists, tracking sheets, and scheduling tips sheets.