Resolving Distress in Dementia: A Person-Centred Approach for Clinical Settings

by Jo James and Ruby Fitzhenry

GP surgeries, outpatient clinics, and hospitals can be difficult for people with dementia, as physical and emotional discomfort can build up and become overwhelming. This book invites healthcare workers to examine the root causes of distress for people with dementia in clinical settings, and offers ways to resolve incidents without the need for restraint or sedation. It also suggests strategies for reflection after incidents and forward planning,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1805010239
• ISBN13: 9781805010234
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Length: 256 Pages