Osteoporosis Care Plan
First, let’s look at primary and secondary osteoporosis. Primary Osteoporosis Vs. Secondary Osteoporosis Doctors diagnose patients with primary or secondary osteoporosis. The diagnosis is based on the cause of the osteoporosis and will help you decide how to treat the condition. Let’s begin by looking at primary osteoporosis. Primary Osteoporosis You can develop juvenile or […]
Diabetes in the Elderly
Overview Diabetes is a very common and potentially life-threatening disease highly prevalent in the United States. In 2018, a reported 26.8% of adults 65 years and older in the United States had diabetes. This number continues to increase over the years, and as there is no cure yet developed for the disease, being informed on how to […]
Osteoporosis in the Elderly Guidelines
Primary Osteoporosis vs Secondary Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a joint disease that leads to joint pain, bone weakness, pain and tenderness, and also general joint and bone tenderness. This is a common disease in the elderly as a result of age and other conditions. Degenerative joint disease is a different concern than osteoporosis. Both diseases are progressive, […]
Hypertension in the Elderly Guidelines
What Is Hypertension? Each time your heart beats and rests, it creates the force needed to move blood through your body. The blood travels through arteries, veins, and capillaries to deliver oxygenated blood to your organs and tissues. Blood pressure is the term used to describe the two types of pressure the heart creates. First, there’s […]
Guide to Hypertension for CDS Caregivers
What is Hypertension? Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common condition that is caused by the higher-than-normal force of the blood against artery walls. This increased pressure against the walls of your arteries can lead to heart disease as well as other health concerns that can limit a patient’s quality of life. […]
Caring For a Relative With Cancer
Preparing Yourself to Become a Caregiver Navigating the Medical System One of the most complicated parts of becoming someone’s caregiver is learning to navigate the medical system. There are key points to take into consideration when becoming someone’s caregiver. Before starting the journey of caregiving, make sure to be aware of: ● […]
A Guide to Diapering Adults
What will you need to change an adult diaper? In preparation for a successful diaper change, there are a few items a caregiver should gather. These materials will help the process run smoothly and keep both caregivers and patients sanitary. Before beginning the changing process, you will need to get: · Disposable […]
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Training
The Importance of Training for Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Patients Caring for patients with Alzheimer’s poses challenges that you won’t find in other caregiving situations. You’ll need to understand how the disease progresses, the risks your loved one faces, and how to help with daily living activities. You cannot use the same strategies you would for […]
Caregiving for Alzheimer’s Patients
The Importance of Training for Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Patients For those caring for a patient with Alzheimer’s, every day can be different in a new and scary way. Luckily, there is an entire world of knowledge for those seeking to become caretakers for patients or loved ones. Training caregivers is critical because it means that they are […]
Sick Spouse Stress
The Stresses That Caring for a Spouse Brings When you take on the added responsibility of caring for a sick spouse, there are certain stresses that have an impact on your relationship, on how you function in the world outside of your home, and on your financial well-being. Below we talk in greater depth about […]