The Importance Of Recording

A. There are lots of different conditions which are treatable, and can cause symptoms of dementia which are similar. So it is important that people with signs and symptoms of the condition for example decline in memory, reasoning & communication skills, gradual loss of any other skills and confusion, is reported and recorded so that the individual can be referred to undergo a through medical assessment to rule out any other illnesses. It is also important that anyone that is involved with an individual with dementia understands the symptoms and are able to observe, record and report them as objectively as possible, especially as their condition progresses. You should treat any sudden change in someone’s level of confusion with suspicion, as it may be caused by a physical health problem, such as chest or urinary infection. Diagnosing such problems can be difficult as the individual may not be able to give and accurate account of their symptoms because of their memory.