In preparation for discharge, the nurse gathers materials for the 72-year-old client who has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Included in the materials is information related to long-term care placement
A new graduate working with the nurse questions why this has been included, as this client has only recently been diagnosed and is returning to home at this time. What information should be included in the response to the graduate nurse? 1. Long-term care placement is inevitable with this diagnosis.
2. Early introduction to potential placements will allow the client and family time to make a more informed decision.
3. By providing this information now, we will not need to address these concerns later.
4. It often takes 6 to12 months for an individual with Alzheimer's disease to establish a successful transfer to a facility, and this will allow adequate time.
2. Early introduction to potential placements will allow the client and family time to make a more informed decision.
Rationale:
Although placement in a long-term care facility is not going to be the fate of all individuals with Alzheimer's disease, it is a common one. Providing the information early in the disease process allows the family to make an informed choice. Nurses will need to provide reinforced education and referrals throughout the disease process, not just during the initial hospitalization. There is no plan to transfer the client at this time; adjustment would occur after the transfer.
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