Question

Principles of Care
Scenario - Mr Joshua, a 76 years old man admitted for acute exacerbation of Arthritis. Family member's report that he sometimes becomes disoriented and does not recognising them.

6.1)   List 7 (seven) key principles for care of a confused older hospitalised person

Answer 1

6.1)The key principles for care of a confused older hospitalised person are

1. Providing a safe environment which prevent them from getting injured or injuring others due to confusion
2. Screen the patient's cognitive level because this gives an overall idea of whether the patient is suffering any mental illness due to old age
3. assessing for the root cause of the confusion because older patients are at risk of getting delirium
4. Plan a management strategies like healthcare professionals, carers devices or equipment needed
5. Establish a communication strategy to the patients like talking slowly ,in a normal tone and pitch ,face to face to gain paints attention and concentration
6. Education to the staff,carers and family members who are involved in the care of the patient
7. The supportive care has to be provided to the patient