title: A self-care project. The use of landmarks.
abstract: 1. As caregivers of the gerontological patient, our prime goal is to maintain as much patient independence as possible, thus promoting dignity, self-worth, and cooperation. 2. Knowledge of performance potential for the various stages of Alzheimer's Disease is essential in planning nursing goals which are realistic and useful in resolving self-care deficits. 3. Identification of facility landmarks, orientation checklists, and other visual aids, such as described in this article, are productive nursing interventions in teaching the confused patient to perform basic daily needs.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Bertram
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000544:Alzheimer Disease / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology; D006268:Health Facilities; D006272:Health Facility Environment; D006801:Humans; D010343:Patient Admission; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods; D012648:Self Care