Home Healthcare Training and Patient Care Techniques
<<>>Many people are taking care of an ill or elderly loved one at home with little or no help. In this section are resources to help you help your loved one.
In the beginning, it can be embarrassing for you and the one you're caring for. For some of you, you may already be experts and may be able to share your tips and techniques with other caregivers in our forum.
We have put together some videos and how to guides to help when providing care. Home healthcare training, patient care techniques can assist you in making it a little easier for you and yours!If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us!
See How To's Links Below...
Handwashing
It is important to wash your hands before and after providing care, even if you wear gloves. When handling foods, changing a diaper, touching pets, coughing, sneezing and after using the toilet of course. You can prevent germs from spreading, especially during the cold and flu season. Remove jewelry and use warm soap and water scrubbing for at least 15 -30 seconds. Make sure you clean under nails as well. Dry well and apply lotion if desired to soothe dry skin.
Wear gloves when touching blood or any body fluids such as changing soiled briefs or diapers. Wear a gown if there's a possibility of body fluids or blood splashes. A mask may be worn as well in case of splashes.
Clean up any spills such as urine or other body fluids right away with hot soapy water, then use 1 part bleach to 10 parts water and rinse with cold water.
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