Dementia & Behaviors
What is the safest way to redirect a confused resident?
True or False: hugging residents is always okay
False - only with consent and facility policy
Should documentation be objective or subjective
objective
"Important cultural aspects of my life are: I don't believe in consuming meat or eating any animals. It is a big part of my lifestyle "
Mary Harris
"was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I have lived most of my life in Eugene, Oregon. I am divorced and my spouse has since passed away. I have a son named Austin. My other son recently passed away. My life occupation was a news video photographer."
Tim Jacobson
If a resident becomes agitated in a group, what's your first step?
Reduce stimulation, lower noise, and move them aside gently
What do you do when a resident gives you a gift?
follow facility policy, politely decline or report.
resident stated... resident walked.. etc.
"My hobbies are doing crossword puzzles, word searches, and playing solitaire, Watching T.V, Painting my Nails"
Rosetta Alexandre
"I was born and raised in Eastern Oregon and have lived all my life in Oregon. I recently just moved from Redmond, Oregon"
Patricia Ludwig
Name ONE trigger that can cause behaviors during activities
too much noise, being tired, unfamiliar people, frustration
A resident asks for your phone number, what do you say?
politely decline and redirect
reporting suspected abuse or neglect immediately
"I was born in Richmond, Virginia in 1938. I moved to Oregon in 1952, and I have lived here since. I went to high school in Portland. I was married to Steven for 10 years and have no children. My brother lives in Virginia and will visit me once in a while."
Barbara Fisher
"I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, moved to Los Angeles after 20 years in Texas. I then moved to Oregon in the 1980's and have lived here ever since."
Leon Henderson
argue, raise your voice, block their exit
Why are boundaries important for safety
protects residents, protects staff and prevents misunderstandings
What information should NEVER be shared outside the facility
"I was born in Texas and moved to Portland in 1947. I was a house wife, and raised 7 children. I wanted to continue with my education, but I decided against it. I tried to work in child/foster care, but that did not work out"
Julia Waites
"they call me Hollywood"
Jerry Kawecki
Give a validation phrase for "I need to go home!"
running personal errands for residents, favoritism, and personal relationships
Correct this documentation: resident was rude and mean during group
resident yelled and hit the table during group
"I was born in Bend, OR. I moved around a lot: Kansas, California, Washington and throughout Oregon. I went to Gervis High School, attended Chemeketa community college and later went to study social work at Western Oregon University. I was married but we divorced. I had two daughters"
Donette Kutten
"I was the VP of United Way for 21 years. I really loved this job, and I also graduated from Stanford University"
Barbara Rogers