DEMENTIA RE-DIRECTING BINGO

DEMENTIA RE-DIRECTING  BINGO Card
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This bingo card has a free space and 34 words: Buy a few seconds to think., Personal interaction is key to successful redirection, The more calming and home-like the atmosphere, the better, Please do not try to bring them into our reality, Make sure your body language follows suit., Respond to the emotions behind the actions., Never rush a confused patient - it upsets them more., Change the environment and introduce an activity that’s meaningful to them., Practice Using Bridge Phrases, Adapt to the specific patient’s personality when loved ones forget their family members, Avoid reasoning, Redirect to a snack, Sometimes, it’s the environment itself that needs redirection., Sometimes a simple change of scenery, especially a walk outside, can help shift the person with dementia’s attention, . Approach agitated patients or loved ones gently., Knowing their triggers and helping redirect them to something that brings them joy or serenity helps diffuse behavioral disturbances related to dementia., If they feel like walking or pacing up and down the hall, let them., Keep it simple, Ask questions to learn more., A warm smile, eye contact, a light touch and relaxed posture,, BAKING. This familiar activity works great with the ladies! It takes their minds off whatever is agitating them., “Hey, I have an idea. Why don’t we…”, Find ways to connect so they don’t feel that you’re trying to bully or push them, Empathize, don’t argue., Know that boredom often fuels repetitive behavior., If the problem is anxiety, try to engage the person in something pleasant., Redirect the conversation with a topic that's all about them, Ask for their opinion, Embrace Humor, Get them busy, Love is stronger than fear, Less is more, Understand and Be Patient.

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