Cues: you can think about cues as clues that something is going to happen, might
happen, or is probably going to happen.
Best Response: when you see the cue what is the best response that will assist the
person giving the cues to not have a negative reaction or behaviour.
Why are we writing this down? Imagine that you and others that know this about the
person that you are supporting are no longer here or available to share this information
by word of mouth. Let’s ensure all our knowledge is documented to provide continuality
of your hard work in figuring out some of the best ways to support a specific individual.
Some examples:
Cue
Best response
Ronni’s face turns green
clear path to the washroom she
is going to be ill.
Shanna’s mouth makes a chewing motion
Get her to a safe place and
encourage water she is going to
have a seizure. Assist her to sit
down.
Darlene’s face is turning red
She is feeling frustrated; ask her
“What do you need to do right
now Darlene?”
Jean is stomping and yelling
Give her space and clear the
area until she is ready to talk.
Talking now will make matters
worse
Khylee is picking her skin and making sores
Find different activities to do with
her she is feeling board.
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