Person with Dementia

Version 1.1 by Demi Tao on 2023/03/15 20:26

Patient with Dementia

Profile:

  • Lessened ability over cognitive functions
  • Memory loss both in the short and long term
  • Sudden mood swings
  • Loss sense of time
  • Irritability
  • Paranoia and/or delusions
  • Frustration
  • Strong longing for the past and nostalgia
  • Guilt towards their relatives, colleagues and friends
  • Values: focus on adapting to their new cognitive abilities, quality of life improvement, independence and being able to still partake in "normal" life.