Contributing Author: Johny Kershaws Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 As a caregiver, you may find that your loved one needs more care than you can provide at home. You may feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and even resentful. Understanding that these are all normal reactions to … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Hello. My name is Derek Tanner. I am the sole owner and operator of Caregiverology.com. I am a 34 year old male. I live in Florida in the United States of America and I love coffee. I would love to hear from you … Read more
Contributing Author: Gerry Allen Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 When it comes to most cases of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease is usually the cause. Because of this, the focus of this article is going to be on Alzheimer’s specifically. Unfortunately, there is no … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 As anyone who has taken care of seniors will tell you, they can be extremely challenging to entertain. This is true whether they are still living at home or in a large facility with many other residents. While they’re all unique, they share … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 You should encourage your patient to ambulate, or walk, often in order to stay healthy. This is especially true for patients who recently had surgery, unless they have been ordered to be on bedrest. As soon as they are allowed, they should start … Read more
Contributing Author: Alastair White Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Seeing your loved one in a vulnerable position can be difficult, particularly if they’re in need of a level of care that you’re not able to provide on your own. Whether or not … Read more
Contributing Author: Bryan Tanner, MSN, APN, CRNA Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Hey Anesthesia, what are you doing?! You didn’t sleep well last night because your loved one is scheduled today for a medical procedure which requires anesthesia. As the caregiver, you … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 An adult diaper, or brief as I like to call it, is an undergarment worn by patients with incontinence. Like diapers for infants, briefs come in many different sizes to fit patients of different sizes. Table of Contents Why Brief? How To Put … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Picture: Georg Arthur Pflueger Nursing is a rewarding career, no matter the specialty you enter. However, if you’re passionate about caring for older people and helping them with their unique health needs, adult-gerontology nursing might pique your curiosity. Adult gerontology involves advocating for … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Nurses are directly involved in medication administration and health condition assessment. They care for patients from various age groups suffering from several conditions, ailments, diseases, long-term illnesses, and even minor injuries. An adult nurse specifically caters to seniors who suffer a range of … Read more