Stop and Go
Examples of when to use the stop and go method
when a person is showing signs of agitation, anger or frustration. Resisting a task or activity, wandering or looking for something, experiencing sundowning (increased confusion or agitation)
Acute onset refers to what D?
Delirium
Name 3 facial expressions that might indicate a resident is in pain?
Frown, sad face, frightened face, grimacing, wrinkled forehead, closed or tightened eyes, distorted expression, rapid blinking.
What is Montessori Dementia Care?
focuses on creating a personalized and stimulating environment to support individuals with dementia in maintaining their abilities and engaging in meaningful activities
Name 4 reasons why someone may have responsive behaviours/personal expressions?
Pain, delirium, medication, boredom, loneliness, anxiety, frustration, confusion, want to go home, feeling threatened, depression,
What are the Benefits of using a STOP & GO method?
reduces stress, de-escalates challenging behaviours, improves communication, promotes a sense of calm.
Gradual over several years refers to what D?
Dementia
Name 3 verbalizations/vocalizations that might indicate a resident is in pain?
sighing, moaning, groaning, grunting, chanting, calling out, noisy breathing, asking for help, verbally abusive.
what is involved in a Montessori Approach?
prepared environment, meaningful activities, personalization, choice and control, respect and dignity
what is aphasia?
loss of language
Name 4 strategies to prevent or minimize anxious or escalating behaviours?
take a deep breath, relax your body language, slow non-threatening approach, provide personal space, do not touch, calm voice, introduce yourself, only one person speaks, do not speak authoritatively, acknowledge and validate, minimize distractions and noise.
Usually over days or weeks, may coincide with life changes is what D?
Depression
Name 3 body movements that might indicate a resident is in pain?
rigid posture, tense body posture, guarding, fidgiting, increased pacing, increased rocking, restricted movement, gait or mobility changes.
what would be an activity you could initiate that follows the Montessori Approach?
sorting matching, life skills, arts and crafts, memory games, music and movement.
what is amnesia?
loss of memory
name 3 changes in interpersonal interactions that might indicate a resident is in pain?
aggressiveness, combativeness, resisting care, decrease social interactions, socially inappropriate behaviours, disruptive, acting withdrawn, crying, increased confusion, irritability or distress.
what might be a cause/trigger for someone who wanders?
environmental triggers, believes they are fine to be on their own at home, unmet need.
Name 3 changes in interpersonal activity patterns or routines that might indicate a resident is in pain?
refusing food, appetite change, increase in rest periods, changes in sleep, increased wandering.