Administering Medication & Monitoring Vital Signs

Caregivers can play a key role in helping to identify when an actual or potential MRP (medication-related problems) is occurring. This assistance can help prevent the costly and unwanted negative consequences of medication use, such as admission to acute care hospitals, assisted living facilities or nursing homes. Caregivers for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments commonly report problems with getting their relative or friend to take medications on time, in the right amount, and as directed. Curantis Home Carers can assist with the Monitoring Checklist for this purpose.The four main vital signs routinely monitored by caregivers include the following:Body temperature.Pulse rate. Respiration rate. Blood pressure