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The care assistant's guide to working with elderly mentally infirm people
- Editors:
- BENSON Sue, CARR Patrick
- Publisher:
- Hawker
- Publication year:
- 1991
- Pagination:
- 160p.,illus.,list of orgs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Aimed at care assistants, health support workers and nursing auxiliaries. All aspects of care are covered, and a positive approach is emphasised. Topics include: mental health in old age; planning care; talking and listening; managing disruptive behaviour; aggression and violence; wandering; promoting hygiene and continence; eating and drinking; keeping people moving; relatives; psychiatric emergencies; basic first aid; understanding regulations; and training opportunities.
Who's confused: responding to elderly people who are confused
- Author:
- HARVEY Marilyn
- Publisher:
- Pepar
- Publication year:
- 1991
- Pagination:
- 63p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
Examines the possible causes of confusion in elderly people, including dementia. Explores the challenging behaviour associated with confusion - wandering, incontinence, aggression, and loss of inhibitions. The roles and problems of carers are looked at. Suggests ways of coping, and ways to make the most of available services. Includes chapter on reality orientation.