This lesson has provided you with some background information about pain and how to identify pain in the person you are caring for. You are now aware of the different terms associated with pain and how you may communicate with a health care professional about pain. Although the lesson could not possibly include everything important […]
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How do I recognize a person’s mobility level? There are three different levels of mobility to describe a person’s abilities. Consider their day-to-day activity. The following table can help you match a person’s abilities to the different levels of mobility. Cannot stand to transferfrom bed Can stand to transferfrom bed to chair only Walking This
What are some ideas to add activity into each day? There are many activities to try that will match a person’s level of mobility. Consider the following table when trying to think of fun activities to try with the person in your care. No matter what the person’s level of mobility is, try to encourage
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It can be a challenge for caregivers to communicate with health care professionals about the mobility challenges and safety of the person in their care. It’s important to be prepared to speak with health care professionals so that they can provide support by offering recommendations, strategies to try, referrals to other specialists, or other forms
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This lesson has provided you with some information about setting activity goals that match a person’s mobility level. You have also reviewed some strategies to add activity into each day. Now, you can develop your own mobility strategies to support the person you care for, and find the supports you need. What’s Next? As you
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Recognizing Eating Habits Recognizing a person’s eating habits is the first step to supporting good nutrition! Is the person in your care eating less than usual? Is the person refusing some foods? There are many reasons that can cause changes to a person’s eating habits. Knowledge: Does the person know how to make healthy meal
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What are some strategies to manage nutrition and support meal planning? Planning meals ahead of time can help you save money, eat healthier, and make more nutritious meals for the person in your care. Here are some tips to make meal planning easier. When a Person Refuses to Eat You now know that there are
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It is important to be prepared to speak with health care professionals, so they can provide help by offering recommendations, strategies to try, referrals to other specialists, or other forms of assistance. You are encouraged to speak with a health care professional if the person in your care is showing any of the following signs
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Recognizing the Underlying Causes of Urinary Incontinence What could be causing urinary incontinence for the person in my care? By recognizing causes of urinary incontinence you will be better able to identify the type of incontinence the person is experiencing. Here are some of the most common issues that can cause urinary incontinence. Types of
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Incontinence What can I do about urinary incontinence right now? Have the conversation When discussing bladder health with the person in your care, it is important to maintain respect and dignity. Here are a few ways you can word a conversation with the person you provide care for about urinary incontinence. Make Small Changes Schedule
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According to the Canadian Frailty Network (2019), “Frailty is a state of health where the person’s overall well-being and ability to function independently are reduced and vulnerability to deterioration is increased. People who are frail tend to spend more time in hospital, are less likely to return to their own home, are more likely to
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