How to Identify and Manage Common Health Problems in a Person with Dementia
Dementia care is not just about difficult behaviors. It’s about the whole body. There are many situations that can occur when caring for a person with dementia that goes beyond memory loss. There could be an infection, dehydration, depression, or something else that’s creating havoc within your household.
When something goes wrong, you’ll need to sharpen your observation skills to find out what it is, and that’s what this book is about. In this caregiver’s guide we’ll talk about the 10 most common health problems that can occur. We’ll discuss what causes them, complications that can happen, symptoms to watch for, treatment options, and preventive measures you can take.
These are some of the problems you’ll learn about:
- Dehydration
- Urinary tract infections
- Pneumonia
- Vision loss
- The dangers of falling, and more
This book will provide you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to identify and manage the top 10 most common health problems which can and do occur in dementia patients.
