According to the American Psychiatric Association, “Depression is a serious medical illness that negatively affects how a person feels, the way he/she thinks, and how a person acts.”Depression causes sadness and loss of interest in daily activities. Depression causes serious physical and emotional changes and decreases the ability of the person to perform daily activities […]
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Cancer is a disease that causes uncontrollable division of the body cell and the spreading of these cells to other body parts. Cancer is a very painful condition and immediate diagnosis is very essential for proper and on-time treatment Cancer can start almost anywhere in the human body, which is made up of trillions of
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Caregivers have to focus on multiple strategies to take care of the client after hospital discharge, especially after surgical procedures. Caregivers have to take care of the client’s diet, medicine intake, and other points that are needed after hospital discharge. We will try to cover these responsibilities of a caregiver in this course but, let
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There’s a reason vital signs include the word vital. Their measurements provide critical information about our bodies. As a professional caregiver, understanding these vital signs is essential. By monitoring these vital signs, you can help properly identify the condition and take effective steps to maintain the good health of your client. It also helps you take
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Professional caregivers have always been given training and protocols on how to keep themselves and their clients safe from illness. After all, it is the job of a caregiver to keep people safe and to encourage a healthy lifestyle, whether that means minimizing fall risks, assisting with healthy meal preparation, or donning a mask and
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Falls are one of the major causes of mortality and morbidity in older adults. Every year, an estimated 30–40% of patients over the age of 65 will fall at least once. Falls lead to moderate to severe injuries, fear of falling, loss of independence, and death in a third of those patients. The direct costs alone
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Nutrition is an essential component of life. But what is a nutrient? A nutrient is any substance that provides nourishment for the Maintenance of life ad for growth. A good diet is a good source of nutrients. The best diet for older adults contains a lot of proteins but limited calories. This helps older adults
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