Any ideas how to document teachings given to a pt with early stage of dementia?

[Blackheartednurse]

I have several patients with an early stages of dementia and I do a lot of teaching (home health nursing) I have been told to be extra careful when documenting teaching given to a patient with an early stage of dementia who are often forgetful.Thanks

[gentlegiver, ASN, LPN, RN]

In the LTC I worked at I would document exactly what I taught and the patients reaction, memory of the teaching. I would also state what the patient had problems remembering and how long the teaching time was. Hope that helps.

[Blackheartednurse]

In the LTC I worked at I would document exactly what I taught and the patients reaction, memory of the teaching. I would also state what the patient had problems remembering and how long the teaching time was. Hope that helps.

thank you,

[merlee]

Whenever possible try to have a family member or responsible party present for the teaching, and document who was there. Also, if possible, have printed handouts for everyone to refer to.

I can almost guarantee that there will be little remembered by either of them.......

Best wishes!!

[Woodenpug, BSN]

Also, in the evaluation section: Patient needs reinforcement.