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"Some residents resist wearing the signaling device and may even try to remove it. In cases of this type, here are some helpful things to try:
-Have a family member present the device as a gift to his/her loved one.
-Glue a picture or sticker to the device to disguise it. Paint over it with clear nail polish.
-Feed the device through a hair 'scrunchie' to disguise it.
-Be patient. Don't give it up too soon. Most residents adjust to wearing the device."
And, God help me, they do, with some notable exceptions (I had a resident gnaw through an ankle strap once).
I know these things are useful, believe me. I've had patients who would've been out in the traffic before anyone had a chance to notice. Still, the tricks weird me out.
-Have a family member present the device as a gift to his/her loved one.
-Glue a picture or sticker to the device to disguise it. Paint over it with clear nail polish.
-Feed the device through a hair 'scrunchie' to disguise it.
-Be patient. Don't give it up too soon. Most residents adjust to wearing the device."
And, God help me, they do, with some notable exceptions (I had a resident gnaw through an ankle strap once).
I know these things are useful, believe me. I've had patients who would've been out in the traffic before anyone had a chance to notice. Still, the tricks weird me out.