When a person gets restless and agitated in the afternoon, evening or night, it is called sundowning. Sundowning maybe caused by hunger or fatique, a change in routine, or any new frustrating situation. Some effective responses are:
- Remove triggers. Give snacks or encourage rest.
- Avoid stressful situations during the time. Limit activities, appointments, trips, and visits.
- Play soft music.
- Set a bedtime routine and keep it.
- Recornize when sundowning occurs. Plan a calming activity just before.
- Remove caffiene from the diet. Give soothing back massage.
- Distract the resident with simple, calm activity like looking at a magazine.
- Have a daily exercise routine.
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