by Admin | Jun 7, 2017 | Nursing Notes
Delirium is a serious disturbance in mental abilities that results in confused thinking and reduced awareness of the individual’s environment. It can be difficult to distinguish between delirium and dementia as both conditions exhibit similar signs and... 
by Admin | Jun 7, 2017 | Nursing Notes
Identifying the risk factors for falling can help care staff in their assessments and assist them to prevent falls whilst preserving and promoting independence. Risk Factors Some of the most common risk factors include: Risk Factors for the older person: Continence... 
by Admin | Jun 7, 2017 | Nursing Notes
Prevalence and Cost of Incontinence Historically it is challenging to obtain accurate statistics around the prevalence of incontinence; due to the stigma associated with the condition, people have tended to suffer in silence due to feelings of embarrassment or shame....