What is wound Care? Wound care for seniors is not much different than what it denotes at first glance in that a patient’s wound is addressed, monitored and hopefully improved with active care. The wound healing process is slow and will inevitably frustrate the patient as well as caring family members. The wound care process typically begins with a comprehensive …
What is Stroke? Strokes, also referred to as cerebrovascular accidents or transient ischemic attacks, occur when the flow of blood to the brain is impeded. The blocking of blood to the brain makes it impossible for this vital organ to obtain the nutrients and oxygen necessary for functionality. Brain cells start to perish in mere minutes if nutrients and oxygen …
Why does cancer risk increase with Age? As most people know, the risk of developing cancer increases with age. However, the average person is unaware as to what, exactly, causes the risk of cancer to increase throughout the aging process. Aging hikes the body’s risk for all different types of cancer in different ways. The older a person is, the …
What is malnutrition in Elderly? Have you noticed the senior you care for has been a bit sluggish of late? Perhaps you have noticed a lack of appetite in elderly or a short temper followed by episodes of unexpected anger. If you notice any of these signs, nursing interventions for malnutrition in the elderly are available. There are several other …
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the brain that results in uncontrollable movements including but not limited to problems with coordination and balance, stiffness and shaking. Though nearly anyone has the potential to develop Parkinson’s, studies indicate the disease impacts more men than it does women. The majority of those who develop Parkinson’s develop it after …
What to do in hot Weather? Senior citizens tend to struggle to maintain a decent quality of life in the summer when the temperatures approach triple digits and the humidity ramps up to uncomfortable levels. Even a humid 80-degree day can make it difficult to enjoy time outdoors, especially for an individual in his or her 70s or 80s. However, …
What is a Compression Fracture? Compression fractures are slight breaks in the bones that occur as a result of the weakening of those bones. In the context of senior citizen home health care, compression fractures are front and center as elderly individuals have weakened bones. To be more specific, compression fractures refer to bones within the spine. The front portion …
What is Senior-Proofing? Much is made of child-proofing a home yet little is made of senior-proofing. There is a general assumption that kids are more of a threat in terms of health and safety than seniors, simply because they are loud and rambunctious. However, failing to senior-proof a home can lead to a nasty and potentially deadly fall. The solution …
What to do When Elderly Won’t Eat? Do you have a parent or other relative who refuses to eat? Eating a diverse diet of fruits, vegetables and other foods that are nutritious and packed with vitamins is essential to living a high-quality life. However, plenty of seniors do not want to eat as food weighs them down, forces them to …
How to Encourage Elderly to Exercise Convincing a senior citizen to exercise is not an easy task. After all, seniors are tired, have spent decades exercising in the past and just want to relax after a life of hard work. The challenge lies in convincing the elderly person in your life to get up and moving. Begin from a friendly …
