Try: Place a gate across stairs as needed Materials: Indoor or outdoor gates Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: home safety for people with alzheimer’s by christian care health system available at Keywords: Falls steps stairs home safety *This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
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Care recipient (cr) needs to prepare an advance directive
Try: Get thorough Materials: Paper and pen Categories: Sage, Topic, Financial, Legal, Medical Physical Information: About the various life-sustaining treatments make a decision about what treatment s cr prefers talk to family and or healthcare providers about p References: Use a form provided by doctor write down cr’s directives or talk with an attorney follow […]
Care recipient (cr) wants to avoid hip damage if he falls
Try: Use hip protectors to help reduce any damage to the hips from a fall Materials: Hip protectors Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip by staff writer 2011 available at www agedcarer com Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery falls hip damage home […]
Care recipient (cr) needs to use a catheter for a short while and needs to know how to insert and remove his catheter
Try: Assemble all equipment catheter lubricant drainage receptacle container wash hands thoroughly with soap and water and clean the penis and opening of the urethra lubricate the catheter hold the penis on the sides perpendicular to the body begin to gently insert and advance the catheter resistance is needed when reaching the level of the […]
Care recipient (cr) needs to use a catheter for a short while and needs to know how to insert and remove her catheter
Try: Assemble all equipment catheter lubricant drainage receptacle wash hands thoroughly with soap and water and clean the vulva and opening of the urethra lubricate the catheter locate the urethral opening the opening is located below the clitoris and above the vagina spread the lips of the vagina labia with the second and fourth finger […]
Care recipient (cr) needs to change her catheter in a public bathroom and is concerned about cleanliness of public bathroom toilet
Try: Try performing catheterization standing up with one foot on the toilet especially in public bathrooms where sanitation is not assured Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Gender, Female Information: n/a References: Urinary retention in adults diagnosis and initial management by selius ba subedi r am fam physician 2008;77 643-650 Keywords: Catheter urine bladder […]
Care recipient (cr) needs to clean his reusable catheter
Try: Soak the catheter in a white vinegar solution once a week to control odor and remove thick mucus deposits Materials: White vinegar Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Personal Information: n/a References: Urinary retention in adults diagnosis and initial management by selius ba subedi r am fam physician 2008;77 643-650 Keywords: Catheter urine bladder kidney […]
Care recipient (cr) had hip surgery and needs to keep his hip aligned when sleeping sitting and transferring
Try: Use firm pillows for comfort and proper alignment of the hip when sleeping sitting and transferring Materials: Firm pillows Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance Information: n/a References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip by staff writer 2011 available at www agedcarer com Keywords: […]
Care recipient (cr) had hip surgery and needs some way of getting help if needed
Try: Use a call bell to get help and a medical alarm system to notify family of a medical emergency Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile Information: n/a References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip 2011 available at www agedcarer com Keywords: […]
Care recipient (cr) had hip surgery and is bed ridden he needs additional comfort and a way to avoid bed sores
Try: Use a pressure mattress for increased comfort and to avoid pressure sores Materials: Pressure mattress Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile Information: n/a References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip 2011 available at www agedcarer com Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery bed […]