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As I worked, I watched the LPNs and RNs administer meds, care for wounds, give tube feedings, etc. “I Stage five: From long-termcare to trauma The children are getting older. I have to admit it was challenging, having spent most of my career in long-termcare.
And Katie, I was going through your Twitter feed, and a tweet I noticed was this one, “All opioid guidelines caution long-term use in people with active substance use disorder.” Eric: Just for the aging population, what about long-termcare? Is cancer pain really different? Katie: Absolutely.
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Understandably, you may not have the financial resources necessary to house and feed more people, so you need to ask them whether they’ll be able to contribute. Your parent’s ability to contribute or follow house rules is one of the most important things to consider before moving your elderly parents into your home.
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I made pointless calls to long-termcare facilities for individuals with mental health conditions, but no one would accept him due to his history of violent crime. He wore diapers and couldn’t consistently feed himself. I was heartbroken for this poor soul. I don’t know what happened to him in the end.
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To begin, as a nurse, you are in a position of power and authority when you provide care. For instance, you may need to touch, feed, or even bathe a patient. Now, let’s break that down in a little bit more. You may also need to console the patient or family during times of distress.
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Ultimately, the cost savings are realized because patients tend to stay in a home environment, and not take up hospital beds, seats in the emergency department, or rooms in long-termcare facilities. They experience fewer health problems as a result of a more focused care plan.
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