Case Scenario: This is a practical observation assessment which involves an older person named Beverley. She lives in a residential aged care facility because she has dementia. Beverley has a large supportive family. She likes to be useful and busy by always doing things. At home, she enjoyed gardening, needlework, folding clothes and polishing ornaments. Beverley also has osteoarthritis in both shoulders. She's in her room and appears visibly distressed and teary. She is rubbing her left shoulder and when approached, she pulls her arm away. Need Assignment Help?
In the clinical skills laboratory or classroom, you will be required to demonstrate:
- Respond to Beverley's distress
- Adapt communication techniques style to address Beverley's distress
- Implement one practical strategy to relieve Beverley's distress
- Complete the Abbey Pain Assessment Scale for Beverley in consultation with the Registered nurse