You must give care in a way that maintains or improves quality of life, health, and safety. Understands words for common items such as "cup, " "shoe, " or "juice. If a diaper rash develops, tell the nurse at once. Treatment Treatment depends on the tumor type, its site and size, and if it has spread. Temperature should be 75°F to 80°F for the bath. The person's care plan has measures for safe care.
F o c u s o n L o n g - Te r m C a r e a n d H o m e Care A endance Home Care You must complete home care assignments. 18 Close the pouch outlet with the clip (clamp). Meanwhile, nursing centers relied on nursing assistants for resident care. Kidney function is slowly lost over several months or years. The LNA called the resident a degrading name and swore at her. Nursing center care. For example: I need to collect a specimen from a bowel movement. • Allow a flexible bedtime. Check on the person at the correct time. Sometimes the person does not want to talk but needs you nearby. It also is needed for the development of the male secondary sex characteristics. A warm stool specimen is needed.
A Fowler's or semi-Fowler's position b The supine position c The left or right side-lying position d The prone position 8. When assisting with a shower in a shower room a Direct the water spray at the person's face b Allow a weak person to stand if you provide support c Go to the person's room to make the bed during the shower d Clean, disinfect, and dry the shower before and after use 22. • Device for voiding—bedpan and cover (optional), urinal, commode, or specimen pan • Toilet paper 10 Provide for privacy. See procedure: Using a Transfer/Gait Belt in Chapter 14. ) Cells have the same basic structure. C, The legs and feet are moved. This promotes a sense of belonging and self-worth. The health team teaches the person the risks and encourages healthy changes. A Back injuries cannot be prevented. Hot stoves, heaters, and pools are examples. • Do not touch the person if he or she is in contact with an electrical source. Every 2 hours, every 3 hours, and so on. Measure the amount at eye level.
When measuring height with a standing scale a Balance the height rod at zero (0) b Be sure footwear is worn c Read the height at the movable part of the height rod d Record height to the nearest inch 14. Social and Emotional • Likes to hand. Do not apply between the toes. MH: Textbook of physical diagnosis, ed 7, Philadelphia, 2014, Saunders. Cephalo means head. ) Nutrients are grouped into fats, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and water (p. 462). • Cap extra bo les (Fig. Besides cleansing, hygiene measures prevent body and breath odors, are relaxing, and increase circulation. M e a s u r i n g We i g h t a n d H e i g h t With a Standing Scale Quality of Life • Knock before entering the person's room. See Promoting Safety and Comfort: Applying Dressings. Catheters are commonly inserted in the OR. Examples are reaching above shoulder height, kneeling, squa ing, leaning over a bed, bending, or twisting the torso while lifting. Also, the manufacturer may have instructions for applying restraints on persons who are agitated. Or use a tongue blade to take about 2 tablespoons of stool to the specimen container (Fig.
• Provide the fracture pan for elimination. Hair thins in some women with aging. Intimate partner violence. The person's back is toward the seat. Doing so promotes personal choice and a home-like se ing. • Do you have needed equipment and supplies? Adult children are in the sandwich generation.
Uterine Cancer • Unusual vaginal bleeding or discharge • Vaginal bleeding after menopause • Dysuria—painful or difficult urination • Pain during sex • Pelvic pain. If the person survives, some brain damage is likely. Some criminals target vulnerable people. • Gonorrhea—a bacterial infection that can infect the genital tract, mouth, or anus. • Repeat directions as needed. Culture and personal choice affect hygiene. To read a drug label to a person, read the following. C Apply the compress over the area. The person cannot respond to others. • What can you do when the person is at an activity or a therapy (physical, occupational, and so on)? 28 Follow agency policy for disposal of the plastic bag (if used). C The person cannot respond or sense touch. The person does not need to use pill bo les or pill organizers. For effective communication, you should a Lean on the wheelchair b Pat the person on the head c Direct questions to the companion d Sit or squat next to the person 17.
Make sure each person has needed devices. Mechanical lifts must work correctly. The person may have to stay at home until TB tests are negative or the person is no longer infectious. This supports the lower back. At 0900, the fluid level is as shown in Figure 32-16.