A 74-year-old male, retired accountant, with a long-standing history of hypertension and coronary artery disease, begins to exhibit some personality changes, deterioration in personal hygiene and difficulty managing finances. His wife of 50 years becomes concerned and schedules an appointment with his healthcare provider, who diagnoses him with Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's type. Arrangements have been made for a visiting RN to come to the house once weekly.
In what stage of Alzheimer's disease is this client? What criteria did you use to determine this?
What are 3 priority RN assessments when home visits are made?
What are some anticipated caregiver issues for this client's spouse?
List and describe 3 intercollaborative referrals that may be needed for this client within the next year or so.