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are hired through an agency. These caregivers are typically screened through the agency, bonded, and insured.
are hired through an agency. These caregivers are typically screened through the agency, bonded, and insured.
_____ caregivers are members of the family who choose to care for a loved one.
_____ caregivers are members of the family who choose to care for a loved one.
These caregivers are also known as private caregivers, but they should not be confused with private-duty caregivers.
These caregivers are also known as private caregivers, but they should not be confused with private-duty caregivers.
provides care for a period of time to give a family caregiver a break.
provides care for a period of time to give a family caregiver a break.
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gives care to someone who needs help taking care of themselves.
gives care to someone who needs help taking care of themselves.
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is a profession in the field of human services
is a profession in the field of human services
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on the other hand, are there to help with activities of daily living as well as to provide companionship for their clients.
on the other hand, are there to help with activities of daily living as well as to provide companionship for their clients.
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are licensed to perform skilled care (tube feeding, regular injections, IV therapy, medication administration, etc.).
are licensed to perform skilled care (tube feeding, regular injections, IV therapy, medication administration, etc.).
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Sometimes patients are not completely forthcoming with their physical or emotional needs and tend to downplay their pain when speaking with doctors.
Sometimes patients are not completely forthcoming with their physical or emotional needs and tend to downplay their pain when speaking with doctors.
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Caregivers are often in charge of preparing meals, doing chores or laundry, shopping for groceries or paying bills
Caregivers are often in charge of preparing meals, doing chores or laundry, shopping for groceries or paying bills
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Caregivers may help with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, toileting, or arranging child care.
Caregivers may help with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, toileting, or arranging child care.
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When faced with a serious diagnosis, patients are often overwhelmed by the emotional and physical turmoil. Caregivers are tasked with the important duty of providing support and encouragement for the patients as well as themselves.
When faced with a serious diagnosis, patients are often overwhelmed by the emotional and physical turmoil. Caregivers are tasked with the important duty of providing support and encouragement for the patients as well as themselves.
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caregivers must be present, take notes, ask questions and assist loved ones in making decisions with care team. They may also be responsible for administering, order and picking up medication, providing transportation appointments and dealing with scheduling, billing, or insurance issues.
caregivers must be present, take notes, ask questions and assist loved ones in making decisions with care team. They may also be responsible for administering, order and picking up medication, providing transportation appointments and dealing with scheduling, billing, or insurance issues.
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Good caregivers are good managers. They create schedules, plan for emergencies, and organize information so they don't have to scramble.
Good caregivers are good managers. They create schedules, plan for emergencies, and organize information so they don't have to scramble.
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Empathy and understanding are absolutely necessary. Even when caring for an abusive person, caregivers try to remain empathetic and understanding.
Empathy and understanding are absolutely necessary. Even when caring for an abusive person, caregivers try to remain empathetic and understanding.
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People who need care often take longer to complete simple tasks.
They may ask the same questions over and over.
People who need care often take longer to complete simple tasks. They may ask the same questions over and over.
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Good caregivers advocate for their loved ones. They ask questions and expect answers. Good caregivers learn about their loved one's condition, and they make sure their loved one gets the care they need.
Good caregivers advocate for their loved ones. They ask questions and expect answers. Good caregivers learn about their loved one's condition, and they make sure their loved one gets the care they need.
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A good caregiver is part of a care team that may include doctors, family, and friends. Being understanding and flexible goes a long way toward being a successful team player.
A good caregiver is part of a care team that may include doctors, family, and friends. Being understanding and flexible goes a long way toward being a successful team player.
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Finding something to laugh about can make a tough situation bearable. A sense of humor keeps a caregiver emotionally strong and is a great stress buster.
Finding something to laugh about can make a tough situation bearable. A sense of humor keeps a caregiver emotionally strong and is a great stress buster.
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A caregiver should respect their own limits and say no to demands when necessary.
A caregiver should respect their own limits and say no to demands when necessary.
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Good caregivers know the importance of respecting their loved one's current abilities. Rather than focusing on what their loved one can no longer do, a good caregiver tries be in the moment with them - looking at photos, listening to music, cooking a favorite meal, remembering that they werent alvays sick.
Good caregivers know the importance of respecting their loved one's current abilities. Rather than focusing on what their loved one can no longer do, a good caregiver tries be in the moment with them - looking at photos, listening to music, cooking a favorite meal, remembering that they werent alvays sick.
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Staying healthy might be the most important quality of a egularly.
Staying healthy might be the most important quality of a egularly.
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Caregivers may make many trips up and down stairs every day.
Caregivers may make many trips up and down stairs every day.
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Study Notes
Types of Caregivers
- Caregivers hired through an agency are typically screened, bonded, and insured.
- Family caregivers, also known as private caregivers, are members of the family who choose to care for a loved one.
Role of Caregivers
- Provide care for a period of time to give a family caregiver a break.
- Give care to someone who needs help taking care of themselves.
- Assist with activities of daily living and provide companionship.
- Licensed to perform skilled care, such as tube feeding, regular injections, IV therapy, and medication administration.
Responsibilities of Caregivers
- Prepare meals, do chores or laundry, and shop for groceries or pay bills.
- Help with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, toileting, or arranging child care.
- Provide support and encouragement to patients and their families.
- Take notes, ask questions, and assist loved ones in making decisions with the care team.
- Administer, order, and pick up medication, provide transportation to appointments, and deal with scheduling, billing, or insurance issues.
Qualities of Good Caregivers
- Good caregivers are good managers, creating schedules, planning for emergencies, and organizing information.
- Empathy and understanding are essential, even when caring for an abusive person.
- Advocacy for their loved ones, asking questions and expecting answers.
- Learn about their loved one's condition to ensure they receive the necessary care.
- Understand the importance of respecting their loved one's current abilities.
- Focus on the present moment, rather than what their loved one can no longer do.
- Possess a sense of humor to stay emotionally strong and manage stress.
- Know when to say no to demands and respect their own limits.
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Learn about caregivers hired through agencies, their screening process, bonding, and insurance. This quiz covers the basics of hiring in-home caregivers.
