So although I may have individual ways of communicating they have to be reassessed every shift to ensure they are still relevant. As a link senior carer I have to purvey these methods of communication with junior staff members to ensure the client’s needs are met. The main barrier to effective communication in my workplace is dementia and the unpredictable nature of the illness, dementia is a well researched illness but as yet is generally untreatable medically, but is managed to ensure the client is able to have the richest and fulfilled life possible. Although my main communication during a
Groups that have a higher risk of becoming vulnerable include, children, people with learning and physical disabilities, people suffering with mental health problems, chronically ill people and the elderly. Age concern (1986) defines vulnerability in the elderly as ‘people in need of some support, help and/or advice in order to prevent personal or social deterioration or breakdown. Without this their level of dependency on others or their ability to manage their lives as they wish, might deteriorate to the point of necessitating their removal to institutional care, which is not their preferred option and might otherwise be prevented or postponed (page 11).’ This statement is proven in my clinical experience. Whilst on placement on a busy acute medical ward, at a local hospital, I helped to care for an elderly lady, whom I shall refer to as Mrs Berry. Mrs Berry was 87 and had been admitted to hospital following a fall
This may mean that their friends and family are also less available to provide support for them. The specific needs of younger people with dementia have been recognised in the dementia strategies and plans in England (2009), Northern Ireland (2011) and Wales (2011). There is also reference made to younger people with dementia in the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guideline. 1.3 who have
It’s important to observe mental status changes and functional status changes, this can determine how well the patient can take care of themselves and deal with their health promotion on their own. Altered cognition is not a normal part of aging and the nurse may need to pay close attention to the possibilities of the onset of dementia. Activities of daily living include everything we do during our normal day to properly take care of ourselves and as we get older these tasks may become more difficult. Nurses need to assess how well a patient can see or hear, vision and hearing loss can be quite debilitating to performing ADL’s and it’s the nurses job to make sure our patient is in a safe environment and that they have proper vision/hearing care with proper strength prescriptions for their glasses or hearing assessments. It is very important to remember that hearing and vision loss is normal with aging and that when we perform our assessments we should talk slowly and annunciate clearly so the patient can understand any direction or education that is given (GCU, 2012).
Elder Abuse Program Report Patricia Munive CJA 410 May 25, 2015 Instructor Joseph Wilner Elder Abuse Program Report Elder abuse is defined as intentional harm or neglect that can cause a risk of harm. An elderly is vulnerable by the caregiver or anyone who is trusted to take care of them. This would include the caregiver not protecting and meeting the requirements to fulfill the needs of the individual. The number of elders who are abused and neglected is unknown. Research shows that elderly women are abused more than men.
Age In Place: Advantages and Challenges Introduction As people age, they will experience several changes: reduced vision, decreased mobility, reduced mental processing capabilities, increased risk of falls due to balance, and increased risk of illness (Hager, n.d.). People’s quality of lives and independence will be impacted by these changes. Therefore, research has focused on how to age without losing independence and quality of lives has been asked by a lot of people. Aging in place is defined as “the ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level” (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, n.d.). According to the definition, aging in place does not only describe that a person can live in a residence of his/her choice, but also the person are able to have services or support they might need as their needs change over time as well as to maintain their quality of life.
I also believe that family members should support their elderly parents or grandparents because when they were young, the elderly were the ones who care for them; so, now it is their responsibility to care for the elderly. I wish that everybody held the same opinions I do so the world would not see the elderly population get abused, mistreated, or disrespected from anybody, including healthcare professionals. It is very difficult to change everyone’s attitudes and biases but whatever I am able to do for the elderly population, I will continue to do day by
The Hispanic/Latino family plays an important role in the life of the elderly. Religion is important as well. The Hispanic/Latino elderly believes much happens in life that is out of a person’s control. The elderly do not seek mental health services because of inadequate treatment. Innovative programs can help the elderly; programs such as cognitive behavior therapy, integrated mental health in primary care, providing case management, cultural sensitive services and affordable health care.
In this assignment I am going to evaluate the influence of two major theories of ageing on a health and social care provision, the provision is a residential care home. The two major theories are disengagement theory and activity theory; the elderly may take different approaches towards these theories as individuals within the care home all have different needs. Each individual within the care home will go through the ageing process as some people can disengage from people or they can be more active. When planning how to provide services to meet the needs of each client I must take into consideration of whether each individual need the facilities to disengage from people or whether the need the facilities to become more active. Also, I must
They will have to retire from their jobs, which could result in the loss of social contacts. The loss of a loved one is devastating for older adults, also. These factors and others may lead to depression. “Depression has been defined as, hopelessness, helplessness, anxiety symptoms, memory complaints; loss of pleasure, slowed movements, irritability and loss of interest in personal care” (Goncalves, Albuquergue, Byrne, & Pachana, 2009. p.610). Depression could potentially reduce the quality of life and possibly increase medical morbidity and mortality in older adults.