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A client with early-stage dementia is receiving home care. Which of the following strategies would MOST effectively support their ability to manage their care environment?
A client with early-stage dementia is receiving home care. Which of the following strategies would MOST effectively support their ability to manage their care environment?
- Taking over all decision-making to prevent errors that could compromise safety.
- Encouraging participation in simple, familiar tasks and providing clear, step-by-step instructions. (correct)
- Implementing a strict, unchangeable schedule to minimize confusion.
- Isolating the client to a single room in the home to reduce potential hazards.
When developing a home care plan, the client's personal preferences and routines should be considered, but are ultimately less important than standardized care protocols.
When developing a home care plan, the client's personal preferences and routines should be considered, but are ultimately less important than standardized care protocols.
False (B)
List three key areas to assess when determining a client's ability to safely manage medications at home.
List three key areas to assess when determining a client's ability to safely manage medications at home.
Cognitive function, visual acuity, and manual dexterity
When assessing a client's home for safety, it's important to identify potential hazards and implement modifications to reduce the risk of ______.
When assessing a client's home for safety, it's important to identify potential hazards and implement modifications to reduce the risk of ______.
Match each scenario with the most appropriate care planning approach:
Match each scenario with the most appropriate care planning approach:
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Home Care Assessment
Home Care Assessment
Evaluating a client's capacity to handle their care needs within a home setting.
Care Planning
Care Planning
Adjusting and organizing healthcare services to fit a client's specific needs and home situation.
Key Assessment Areas
Key Assessment Areas
Factors like mobility, cognitive ability, and the presence of support systems (family, friends).
Plan Adaptation
Plan Adaptation
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Promoting Independence
Promoting Independence
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