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Location: Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia Duration: 6 months
About the Client:
We are a supportive and caring family dedicated to the well-being and comfort of our beloved mother, who is 60 years old and undergoing peritoneal dialysis at home due to chronic kidney disease. Our primary focus is to ensure that she receives the necessary support and resources to manage her condition effectively and maintain her quality of life.
Project Overview:
We are seeking experienced healthcare professionals who specialize in chronic kidney disease management and mental health to provide comprehensive support for our loved one. This project entails implementing tailored interventions, including medication management, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and relaxation techniques, to address her anxiety and sleep disturbances and improve her overall well-being.
Responsibilities:
Conduct a thorough assessment of our mother’s anxiety symptoms and sleep disturbances to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses her unique needs and preferences.
Provide medication management for anxiety, carefully selecting and monitoring medications to alleviate symptoms effectively while minimizing side effects and risks.
Deliver cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address our mother’s anxiety symptoms and teach her coping skills to manage stress, worry, and sleep disturbances.
Implement relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, or guided imagery, to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.
Collaborate closely with our mother’s nephrologist, dialysis team, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care and optimize treatment outcomes.
Educate and support our family in understanding our mother’s condition, treatment options, and how to best support her in managing her anxiety and sleep disturbances at home.
Requirements:
Certification or extensive experience in chronic kidney disease management, mental health, or related fields, with expertise in addressing anxiety and sleep disturbances in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.
Proficiency in providing medication management for anxiety, with a thorough understanding of psychotropic medications and their potential side effects and interactions.
Experience in delivering cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorders, with a focus on addressing maladaptive thought patterns and teaching coping strategies to improve sleep quality.
Knowledge of relaxation techniques and mindfulness-based interventions for managing anxiety and promoting relaxation before bedtime.
Excellent communication skills and a compassionate demeanor, fostering trust and collaboration with our mother and her family, as well as interdisciplinary healthcare teams involved in her care.
Patient Case:
Anxiety and Sleep Management in Chronic Kidney Disease
Patient: 60-year-old female
Condition: The patient has chronic kidney disease and is undergoing peritoneal dialysis at home. She is experiencing anxiety and sleep disturbances, requiring comprehensive support including medication management, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and relaxation techniques to alleviate symptoms and improve sleep quality.