ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Major changes in the care and treatment of dementia of the Alzheimer’s type have been made, and more are looming on the horizon. This article presents current information regarding pathology, diagnosis, causes, and treatment options. Additionally, the newest medications and alternative approaches to this prevalent disease are discussed.

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Massage has many benefits including general relaxation and increased circulation. Many experience pain relief from massage and may need less medication. This article describes how nurses and families can learn to provide touch therapy to patients with varying stages of dementia.

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Appropriate pain management can only be achieved through accurate pain assessment that is individualized, ongoing, and well documented. Assessment tools must focus on the patient as the authority on pain’s existence and severity; however, self-reports are not feasible when patients lose their ability to verbally communicate. This article describes a scientifically proven pain assessment tool that can be used for patients with advanced dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

If you have trouble imagining dignity in dementia, this article is a “must read.” Persons with Dementia present numerous nutritional challenges. This month’s column provides rationale for the problems and gives specific tips and techniques to teach caregivers in working with these patients and their families.

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Although a rare manifestation of Alzheimer’s Disease, hypersexuality is one of the most embarrassing behaviors for both informal and formal caregivers. This article presents an overview of the causes of the problem along with strategies home care and hospice nurses can use to teach families how to decrease the social isolation these patients experience.

ISSN:0884-741X    

出版商:OVID    

年代:2003

数据来源: OVID