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Step by Step Alzheimer's Hand and Nail Care

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Remove or push back the cuticles

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Gently push the cuticles back
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You can remove cuticle by very gently pushing them back into place using (in this example) a wooden stick provided in the manicure sets.
  1. Prepare All Equipment in Advance
  2. Soak each hand in a bowl of warm soapy water
  3. Clean the nails
  4. Remove or push back the cuticles
  5. Cut the nails
  6. Apply nail varnish
  7. Moisturize the hands

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