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how does it link with the Cardiovascular & breathing systems?

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This is an odd question the way you've phrased it but I'll try to answer it. The level of care depends on the resident's condition. The staff consists of RNs, LVNs, CNAs, Housekeepers, a Registered Dietitian, Physical Therapist/Occupational Therapist, possibly a Respiratory Therapist, Social Services. All residents get showers or bed baths, oral care, and medication. The sheets and gowns are changed daily. Residents may be dressed in their own clothing. If diapers are worn they are changed and perirectal care is rendered. Treatments are given for such things as pressure ulcers and other wounds and skin conditions. If appropriate, the resident is helped to a bedside commode or to the toilet and back to bed. Residents are transferred to wheelchairs or a special chair called a Geri (geriatric) chair. Residents who are ambulatory are walked (gaited). There is usually some form of rehab. Group activities are provided for the residents. Some long-term care facilities offer group outings. Although all LTCs offer certain basic services there are variations in the extras. Long-term facilities (LTCs) are not set up for acute care such as patients with tracheostomies or those on ventilators. I don't understand what you mean by "how does it link to CV & breathing systems?" Can you e-mail me and explain? nurselmh@sbcglobal.net

I AM IN NURSING HOME RIGHT NOW........I GET GREAT CARE........EMAIL ME IF YOU WANT MORE INFO

Generally speaking nursing homes give great care. Of course there are exceptions just like in anything else, but they are certainly not the norm.

I'm not sure what you mean about the link with the cardiovascular and breathing systems, but if you or someone you care about are looking for a facility, the best thing to do is visit the ones in your area. Take your time. Walk around. Watch how the staff interacts with the residents. Is the place pleasant and homey feeling...not like a hospital or institution. Talk to the patients that are coherent and ask how they like it. Talk to patients' relatives and ask them if they are satisfied. Talk to the staff and state your patient's needs and ask them to tell you how those needs will be met. You can also go online and see if there are any complaints lodged against the facility with the state or Better Business Bureau.

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