Emergencies
Material covered in a similar section in "It's Your Life - A Practical Handbook for Chronic Ailments" , would make relevant reading for the caregiver as well.
- The caregiver plays a crucial role, during emergencies. The patient will take his cues from you. If you panic or exhibit distress, it is likely to make the patient even more fearful. It is imperative that you be calm and composed.
- Many disease symptoms tend to aggravate at night. When your patient is keeping unwell, it is wise to remain dressed in your street clothes, even at night. This way, any time loss or hesitancy in taking immediate action, is minimized.
- Ask your patient to keep bathroom doors unlocked. This is a place where many incidents can occur. Accidents, like slipping, are commonplace here. Further, is the added risk that comes about due to the physiological changes associated with passing of urine/stools, vomiting or bathing.
A locked door may stand between life and death, if a patient requiring aid, cannot be reached in time.
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