Caregiving (Elderly) NC II - Module No. 5

 How do you instill liquid ear medication to an elderly client?

• Gently pull auricle back and up

• Gently pull auricle up and back

Why is proper hand washing necessary when assisting a client in taking his prescribed medication?

(a)  

What would you do if you forgot to give the first dose of prescribed medication to the client?

• Double the dosage for the next schedule of client’s prescribed medication

• Do not double the dosage for the next schedule of client’s prescribed medication

• Write in the care plain the accurate date and time of the incident

• Report to the doctors and relatives

It is a care for people who are ill, elderly or need help with daily tasks. You make sure your clients are comfortable, safe and enjoy emotional and physical well-being. You may work for a long-term care facility or in your client’s homes as an employee of a home care agency

(a)  

It is a care worker for people who are ill, elderly or need help with daily tasks. You make sure your clients are comfortable, safe and enjoy emotional and physical well-being. You may work for a long-term care facility or in your client’s homes as an employee of a home care agency

(a)  

What are the benefits of conducting client assessment?

• Opportunity to get to know the client as an individual

• Invalidate areas of potential risk

• Acknowledgement of cultural, religious, and ethnic values

• Advocate freedom of choice and independence

What are the ways to help promote dignity in a care home?

• • Prevent choice and control:

  Let them choose their own clothing

• • Communication:

  Have a friendly chat

  Address the person properly

• • Eating and nutritional care:

  Make food look and taste nice

What are the ways to help promote dignity in a care home?

• • Pain management:

  Know how to detect pain

• Personal hygiene:

  Neglect personal hygiene

• Observe Sensitiveness:

  Handle hygiene activities sensitively

What are the ways to help promote dignity in a care home?

• • Practical assistance:

  Involve them in decisions relating to their care

• • Privacy:

  Respect personal space and possessions

• • Social Inclusion:

  Retire from social activities

How does a caregiver check and prepare prescribed medication for a client?

• Base your decision in coworker

• Check doctor's orders

• Read instruction from relatives

• Call 911