What Is Alzheimer's Disease?
10. What Type of Care Does Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease Require?
Much of the focus of care for patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease centers on helping them maintain their ability to perform day-to-day tasks. The patient’s caregiver typically helps develop a daily routine, reduces distractions and provides easy-to-understand verbal guidance.
Because there are few medical treatments to reduce the disease’s symptoms, a patient’s quality of life can be best improved through proper caregiving. By planning and organizing the day, modifying difficult tasks and communicating effectively, a caregiver can play a significant role in helping a patient manage the symptoms.
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