bedbound-patient
Diseases Process
Instructed patient fresh fruits and vegetables eaten daily will also supply your body with other nutrients essential to wound healing such as vitamin A, copper and zinc. It may help to supplement your diet with extra vitamin C. Keep your wound dressed. Wounds heal faster if they are kept warm. 2- Instructed patient getting more sleep can help wounds heal faster eat your vegetables, stay active, don't smoke, keep the wound clean and dressed.
Instructed in measures to prevent foot problem; always wear properly fitted shoes and examine the feet every day for sores and signs of infections. Diabetes, and aging are also contributors to foot problems. Keep feet clean and dry. Visit your doctor for regular foot exams. Before and after physical activity stretch the foot thoroughly and wear supportive shoes. Patient verbalized understanding.
Instructed patient to keep appliances cords out of areas where you walk.
Instructed patient to place a night-light along the route between the bedroom and bathroom.
Instructed patient to call MD if fever persist for a couple of days and isn't getting better.
Instructed patient to maintain adequate fluid intake (5-7 cups of water per day)to avoid dehydration.
Instructed patient on measures to protect skin, such as, keeping skin clean and dry, assessing frequently for skin breakdown, avoiding powder due to possible craking and irritation, etc.
Instructed patient on the use of absorbent products with polymer gel and changing when wet, wash skin with incontinence wipe or cleanser but avoiding excessive friction. Avoid soap as it removes natural protective lubricants.
Instructed patient about the collection devices which help when treatments to manage incontinence fail. There are many types: liners, drips collectors, condoms, pads, guards, undergarments, briefs and bed pads. Devices should be comfortable and discreet, and keep skin, clothes and furniture dry. Overpadding damages skin and reduces leakage awareness.
Instructed patient to replace diapers in order to avoid skin breakdown.