Question

1. list and describe interventions for problems with common activities of daily living (adls)

short answer
for each of the following statements, write good idea if the statement is a good idea for residents with alzheimers disease or bad idea if the statement is a bad idea.

1. use nonslip mats, tub seats, and handholds to ensure safety during bathing.
2. always bathe the resident at the same time every day, even if the resident is agitated.
3. break tasks down into simple steps, explaining one step at a time.
4. do not attempt to groom the resident; people with alzheimers disease usually do not care about their appearance.
5. choose clothes that are simple to put on
6. if the resident has urinary incontinence, do not give her fluids, because it makes the problem worse.
7. mark the bathroom with a sign or picture as a reminder to use it and where it is.
8. check the skin regularly for signs of irritation.
9. follow standard precautions when caring for the resident.
10. do not encourage exercise as it may make the resident more agitated.

Explanation:

1. Using nonslip mats, tub seats, and hand - holds enhances bathing safety for Alzheimer's residents, so it's a good idea.
2. Bathing an agitated resident at a set time can increase distress. It's better to be flexible, so it's a bad idea.
3. Breaking tasks into simple steps helps Alzheimer's residents understand and follow, so it's a good idea.
4. Grooming can improve self - esteem and well - being even in Alzheimer's patients, so not grooming is a bad idea.
5. Choosing easy - to - put - on clothes aids independence in dressing, so it's a good idea.
6. Restricting fluids due to incontinence can lead to dehydration. Proper management like incontinence products is better, so it's a bad idea.
7. Marking the bathroom helps residents remember its location and use, so it's a good idea.
8. Regular skin checks can prevent and detect skin problems early, so it's a good idea.
9. Following standard precautions protects both the resident and the caregiver, so it's a good idea.
10. Appropriate exercise can have many benefits for Alzheimer's residents and not encouraging it is wrong, so it's a bad idea.

Answer:

1. Good idea
2. Bad idea
3. Good idea
4. Bad idea
5. Good idea
6. Bad idea
7. Good idea
8. Good idea
9. Good idea
10. Bad idea