Nursing
It looks like you’re compiling a list of services for a nursing home health care program or agency. Here’s how you might organize and present this information:
Nursing Home Health Services
Wound Care
- Comprehensive assessment and treatment of acute and chronic wounds.
- Use of advanced wound care techniques to promote healing.
Infusion Nursing
- Administration and management of intravenous (IV) therapies.
- Expertise in managing:
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs)
- Ports
- Tunneled Catheters (TACCs)
Drain and Catheter Care
- Maintenance and monitoring of surgical drains and urinary catheters.
- Education on proper hygiene and infection prevention.
Medication Management
- Review and organization of medications to ensure adherence.
- Monitoring for potential side effects and drug interactions.
Disease Process Education
- Personalized education for patients and families on managing chronic illnesses.
- Support for understanding disease progression and treatment plans.
Home Safety Evaluation
- Assessment of the living environment to identify potential hazards.
- Recommendations for modifications to improve safety and accessibility.
Fall Risk Reduction
- Identification of fall risks through patient assessments.
- Implementation of strategies to enhance stability and prevent falls.
Cardiopulmonary Assessments
- Monitoring of heart and lung health.
- Management of symptoms associated with cardiopulmonary conditions.
Dressing, Feeding, Grooming, Bathing
- Encourages patients to participate in self-care to the extent they are able.
- Respects individual preferences and routines, preserving a sense of autonomy.
- Reduces the risk of falls, burns, or other accidents during bathing or dressing.
- Prevents choking hazards during feeding, especially for patients with swallowing difficulties.
- Regular bathing and grooming prevent infections, skin breakdown, and odor.
- Proper feeding techniques and nutrition management support recovery and health maintenance.
- plans to enhance independence.
