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Alzheimer's - Dealing with Pain

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1. A person with dementia always understands what the doctor is asking her about her pain.
2. Rubbing or protecting one part of his or her body may not be a sign of pain.
3. A person with dementia can fall and break a bone, and not complain of pain.
4. You should not try to take the person with dementia to the emergency room on your own.
5. In the emergency room inform staff members that the senior has Alzheimer’s disease and may not be able to provide accurate information about his. condition or to follow their instructions
6. A major cause of emergency room visits for frail or demented older adults is dehydration.
7. The caregiver or loved one knows what behavior is typical and that a change in behavior perhaps indicates pain.
8. Increased agitation, aggressive behavior, pacing or rocking can be a sign of pain.
9. People with dementia can always tell you in words that they are in pain, or even where the pain is located.
10. Dehydration occurs when a person is either not getting enough liquids daily or excreting too much urine.