Nursing Case Study Dementia

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In the current case study the patient named Paul who is 64 year old male and has a family and grandchildren. His is well known in the Community by his bad habits and addictions of drinking and smoking also he gets involved in fights after drinking. He suffers from dementia and also talks to himself when he is alone in his room or in front of the TV; this because he has no one to talk, and also when no one else’s is round for him to talk to. Paul is suffering from disability because of which it is quite hard for him to walk. Paul needs help with feeding and washing and has well with just getting around on his own today, he need care and support from everyone. Individuals from different backgrounds may also differ in their explanations of illness,

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