Re: [OTlist] NEED HELP WITH PATIENT

[Barbara H. Hale]

It is difficult conceptualize what a day in the life of a dementia patient 
would be like.  She probably will not initiate tasks.  She is in need of 
someone to work with her on anything she does. Maybe she could help with 
clean up rather than cooking. Could she read the recipe to her husband while 
he is cooking?  It is hard to believe she is an avid reader, it may be a 
bluff to allow her to feel better about herself.  If husband is falling he 
may benefit from helping her with some exercise.   He could start walking 
with her daily while it is getting nice outside and both would  gain from 
the movements, fresh air, stimulation.  You could look at their daily 
routines to assist in community resources for maintaining their health and 
safety. 


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