Undoubtedly, safety is essential for effectively managing patients with all mental diseases, but it is necessary for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Taking all essential measures to improve safety without affecting the patient’s independence can reduce the risks of injury and help the patient feel more relaxed, safe, and secure.
As we have already discussed in our previous course that dementia affects the mental health of the patient. One of the most common problems in dementia is loss of balance. Thus, when your client loses their balance, then it increases the chances of falling during walking. Therefore, if you take all the essential steps to ensure your client’s safety and reduce the chances of fall, similarly, the dementia patient may suffer from memory loss. In this case, the patient may feel uncomfortable and try to move in a hurry and fall.
From the below few points, it is highlighted that both indoor and outdoor safety measures are necessary to ensure your client’s safety. One thing that you should keep while providing the safety measure is the independence of your client. Try to take actions that ensure your client’s safety without affecting their independence.
Now let discuss some essential points that we should consider while providing indoor and outdoor safety to our clients.
