Helping Seniors Navigate Life with Arrhythmia
Seniors who have arrhythmia may feel overwhelmed, especially when medical terms and treatment plans are difficult to understand. Having an irregular heartbeat isn’t just a health issue. It also affects daily life, peace of mind, and quality of life in general. The good news is that with the right support from companion care at home providers, seniors can gain helpful tips on learning how to navigate life with arrhythmia.
Learning About Arrhythmia Together
When a doctor tells a senior they have an arrhythmia, they usually leave the office with pamphlets, instructions for taking their medicine, and follow-up appointments to remember. Whether they read the pamphlets, pick up and take the medication, or remember their follow-up appointment is another thing altogether. However, with companion care at home by their side, they can sit down and look at the materials together and create a list of questions or concerns the senior has. Additionally, a caregiver can make sure the prescription is picked up promptly. Ultimately, this partnership clears up any confusion and helps seniors feel more in control of the situation.
Better Medication Management
As mentioned, seniors with arrhythmia will likely have new medications added to their routine, and more often than not, they will need to be taken every day following a specific schedule. Not taking their medicine on time or taking it in the wrong way can have serious effects.
Caregivers not only ensure seniors have their medications, but they also remind them to take them on time and watch for side effects. Even more important, they teach seniors what those side effects are so they can watch for them as well, which allows them to take an active role in their care instead of just passively receiving treatment.
Implementing Lifestyle Changes
Managing arrhythmia often includes implementing lifestyle changes. For instance, they may need to change their diet, lower their stress levels, or slow down. While these might seem like simple changes at first glance, they can be difficult for seniors to implement.
With companion care at home, they don’t have to manage the changes on their own. Caregivers can help them create healthy meal plans, encourage them to do gentle, doctor-approved exercises, and teach them tips for reducing their stress.
Managing Anxiety and Loneliness
Having a heart condition can be scary, but it is even scarier for seniors who live alone and worry they won’t be able to spot the signs of trouble or get help in time. Companion care at home offers assistance with this by helping seniors create an emergency plan, talking with loved ones about medical assist devices, and making sure that seniors fully understand what signs to watch out for. Additionally, they listen to seniors’ fears with genuine interest and validate their feelings.
Consistent Medical Appointments
Regular visits to a cardiologist are necessary to monitor arrhythmia. Caregivers can remind seniors about their appointments, as well as provide transportation. They can also go into the room with seniors to help them talk to the doctor about their concerns. Their presence also helps ensure that important information isn’t missed.
Companion care at home changes the experience of living with arrhythmia, ensuring that seniors feel supported from the start. With a caregiver’s assistance, seniors can manage arrhythmia with more confidence and enjoy better health outcomes.
Sources: https://www.healthinaging.org/a-z-topic/arrhythmias
https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/004006.htm
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atrial-fibrillation/expert-answers/atrial-fibrillation-age-risk/faq-20118478
If you or an aging loved one is considering Companion Care at Home Services in the Overland Park, KS, area, please get in touch with the caring staff at Elder Care of Kansas City today.
Proudly serving Jackson, Clay, Platte, and Cass Counties in Missouri, as well as Johnson and Wyandotte Counties in Kansas for over 30 years. Call us at 816-333-3322.
Prior to purchasing Elder Care, Kevin spent over 20 years in the health insurance industry.In his most recent position, he was in a financial operations role with Humana where he worked with doctors, nurses and other health professionals developing programs to keep Humana members healthy.Their focus on primary care and medication adherence improved the lives of thousands of seniors in Kansas City and the surrounding area.
Kevin and his wife, Lori, have three children.Kevin has Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Missouri.
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