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[The frequent screams]

J Doyon, H Lazure, L Lévesque

    The Canadian Nurse
    |June 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study reduced repetitive shouting in an elderly patient with Alzheimer-like dementia by 40-51% through targeted interventions. The functional analysis identified environmental and individual factors contributing to the behavior, leading to improved patient care.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Behavioral Science
    • Dementia Care

    Background:

    • Functional analysis is key to understanding and managing challenging behaviors in elderly patients with dementia.
    • Repetitive shouting is a common and distressing behavior in Alzheimer-like dementia, impacting patient well-being and care.
    • Identifying environmental and individual triggers is crucial for effective intervention.

    Observation:

    • The patient exhibited repetitive shouting (80-115 seconds/30 min) with lip-licking, linked to loud noise, inaccessible objects, blindness, auditory hypersensitivity, medication side effects, inactivity, and restraints.
    • Environmental modifications included isolation, increased medication, reduced disruptions, and fewer visitors.
    • Individual factors like sensory and verbal hypostimulation were addressed through care planning.

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    Findings:

    • Interventions based on functional analysis hypotheses led to a significant reduction in shouting.
    • Morning shouting decreased by 40%, and afternoon shouting decreased by 51% after a 10-day intervention period.
    • The study demonstrated the efficacy of a structured, individualized approach to managing dementia-related behaviors.

    Implications:

    • Functional analysis provides a robust framework for developing effective, evidence-based care plans for dementia patients.
    • Targeted interventions can successfully mitigate challenging behaviors, improving quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer-like dementia.
    • This approach highlights the importance of addressing sensory, environmental, and individual needs in dementia care settings.