Navigating Sundowning: Tips for Late-Afternoon Behavioral Changes
What is Sundowning? Sundowning, also called sundowner’s syndrome, is not a disease but a set of behaviors associated with dementia. People experiencing sundowning may show: While the exact cause of sundowning remains unclear, it is often linked to changes in the brain due to disease progression. Factors That Contribute to Sleep Issues and Sundowning Several elements can […]
Recognizing Symptoms of Dementia
The Brown family reunion has always been an event everyone looks forward to. Family visits, games, stories and everyone’s favorite foods are always on the agenda. On the top of the menu is Grandmas Lemon Coconut Cake. Grandma always makes the traditional cake from her old family recipe. This year, however, the cake tasted a […]
4 Reasons Why Nurses are Mean to Nursing Students
When I was in nursing school, I said that whenever I got my nursing license and had students with me, I would be really nice to them. During nursing school, I encountered many experienced nurses who we really rude, short, cold, or unwelcoming to the students who were on their unit. First thing first: This isn’t […]
