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An important issue in providing care for dialysis patients with dementia is providing support for their families through cooperation with professional nursing staff. By forming a team, safety outcomes and quality of life can be improved. To provide safe dialysis, physical as well as cognitive and behavioral symptoms of the patient must be considered. The patient’s mental state, such as anxiety or tension, should be monitored by nursing staff to assess changes in those individuals. In addition, detailed information about the patient's condition must be collected and shared through multi-disciplinary collaboration. We must strive to create an environment which is calm and secure as well as comfortable for the patient. Dialysis patients with dementia must be assessed in light of their current situation and long-term care and support provided to their families. For us to be able to continue to listen to their thoughts and concerns, we strive to reduce mental and physical burdens. Improvements in nursing care for dialysis patients with dementia may be made by following these noted suggestions. |