10. Case Study Exercise

It is two years later and Tony is now 76 and has been living with Alzheimer's for 9 years. Tony is in late stage dementia, his communication is poor and he has physically declined in the last number of months.

Tony has been in hospital for the last two weeks being treated for a chest infection. While in hospital his mobility has deteriorated a lot. He was seen yesterday by a physiotherapist. He walked a few steps and the Doctors are now saying he is ready to be discharged home. Tony's wife Maura provides all of his care needs and is anxious about taking him home.

Consider the following questions:

  1. What questions should Maura ask in relation to Tony’s care once he leaves hospital?
  2. How can Maura prepare for taking Tony home?

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