This poster was developed in collaboration with EENnacoma and Libra Rehabilitation & Audiology Text of poster
- Allow me to rest
- Alternate rest and stimuli according to the daily schedule posted in the room. Rest means no stimuli at all (no radio, no TV, no conversations, etc.).
- Describe what you see me doing
- When I move or looks, tell me what you see. For example, “I see you looking at me.”
- Help the patient with their orientation
- State your name, your position, where we are, the day and time.
- Tell me what you are going to do
- Say out loud what you plan to do.
- Give me time to respond
- Wait a while after you have said or done something. My response may take a little longer. Give one stimulus at a time.
- Give the patient worthwhile stimuli.
- Use familiar music, pictures, familiar smells or talk about shared memories. Perform tasks together that are helpful (e.g., care).
- Help me when I am uncomfortable
- If the patient is sweating, grimacing or I have a rapid heartbeat or breathing, I may not feel comfortable. See if a different position makes me feel better or if I need different care.
- Talk to me, not about me
- Address me directly when talking. Have other conversations outside the room.
