In-office dementia test just the first step in getting a diagnosis
No quick, definitive test exists, and though a doctor might administer an in-office test, this is just a starting point.
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No quick, definitive test exists, and though a doctor might administer an in-office test, this is just a starting point.
As with most things regarding dementia, it usually works best to try to figure out what’s behind the person’s behavior. One common issue is feeling a lack of control.
Older adults rarely need to bathe every day. You can help keep your loved one feeling fresh by providing sponge baths in between full-on showers.
Each stage of dementia caregiving has unique challenges. At the last stage, it's time to consider comfort care.
Providing proper care without knowing exactly what stage your loved one is in is still possible, even as symptoms and stages of Alzheimer's disease evolve.