HOME NURSING

Key Aspects of Home Nursing:

1. Services Offered:

   • Basic Medical Care: Wound dressing, injections, IV therapy.

   • Monitoring: Vital signs, blood pressure, glucose levels.

   • Rehabilitation: Physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

   • Post-operative Care: Recovery support after surgery.

   • Palliative Care: Comfort-focused care for terminal illnesses.

   • Personal Care: Bathing, grooming, and hygiene assistance.

2. Benefits:

   • Personalized care in a comfortable, familiar environment.

   • Reduces hospital visits and admissions.

   • Encourages independence and faster recovery.

   • Provides support and relief for family caregivers.

3. Who Provides It:

   • Registered nurses (RNs)

   • Licensed practical nurses (LPNs)

   • Home health aides

   • Physical or occupational therapists (as needed)

4. Common Conditions Managed at Home:

   • Stroke recovery

   • Alzheimer’s or dementia

   • Chronic illnesses (like diabetes, COPD)

   • Post-surgical care needs