A Guide to the Stages of Dementia with Practical Tips

by Priscilla Baker

Overview

This book contains information regarding all forms of dementia. It is meant for caregivers who are attempting to care for their loved ones. This book also contains information many practical tips and information regarding hospice and the dying process.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543996210
Publisher:	BookBaby
Publication date:	02/14/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	76
File size:	563 KB

About the Author

Priscilla Baker is a registered nurse for 37 years. She has done many forms of nursing but for the last 25 years she has worked in Hospice and has cared for many people with dementia. She also presently cares for her mother at home who is suffering with the disease. Priscilla Baker lives in Austin, Texas

Table of Contents

Preface 1

1 Aging 3

2 Dementia versus Alzheimer's 6

3 Different Types of Dementia 8

4 Stages of Dementia 17

5 Hydration and Nutrition 20

6 Behavioral Problems 23

7 Practical Tips 34

8 Tony's Story on Hospice 42

9 Rose's Story at Home 45

10 Information Regarding Hospice 48

11 The Dying Process 54

12 Hospice Stories: Jane, Frank, and Sarah 61

References 67