Question

A discharge plan has been prepared for a chronically ill 60-year-old male (Shaun) hospitalized after falling and fracturing multiple limbs in his home. He needs assistance with ADL activities, mobility, and medication management. The health care provider orders services of nursing, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, social work, and home health aide. After two weeks, the spouse indicates that they are dissatisfied with the services of the home health aide and the physical therapist.

Initial Discussion Post:

1. As the home health RN managing Shaun’s care and working with the team, what actions would you take?

2. Which of the common role(s) as a home health nurse are most important for the RN managing this situation?

Answer 1

1. As the home health RN managing Shaun’s care and working with the team, what actions would you take?

I will train the home health aide regarding how to improve home care in assisting activities of daily living, hygiene and independent activities.

2. Which of the common role(s) as a home health nurse are most important for the RN managing this situation?

Assistance for the patient in his mobility

Assistance in maintaining patient hygiene

Assistance in making frequent change in position to prevent bed sores

Assistance with bowel and urinary elimination

Assistance in patient ADL

Providing medications and nursing interventions appropriate and wherever needed.