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[0] 2 [1] Bathing or Hygiene Self-Care Deficit related to cognitive impairment as demonstrated by inattention and inability to complete ADLs [2] Independence in Self-Care [4] Maintains maximum degree of orientation and self-care within level of ability [3] 
Assess and monitor patient’s ability to perform ADLs. Encourage decision making regarding ADLs as much as possible. Label clothes with patient’s name, address, and telephone number. Use clothing with elastic and Velcro for fastenings rather than buttons or zippers, which may be too difficult for patient to manipulate. Monitor food and fluid intake. Weigh patient weekly. Provide food that patient can eat while moving. Sit with patient during meals and assist by cueing. Initiate a bowel and bladder program early in the disease process to maintain continence and prevent constipation or urine retention
Nurses Nanda: Nursing Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention for Dementia
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