What does Healthabove60 offer for elders affected with COVID?
The whole country is fighting the pandemic on its knees. The unending search for hospital beds and the long lines for the oxygen lingers, paints a bizarre picture at almost every hospital or healthcare facility in India.
Showing no signs of slowing down, the virus has crossed 19.5 million cases by the start of May 2021 with 300,000 fresh cases, and over 3,500 deaths in a single day. This takes the death toll to an inconsolable 215,542.
With the healthcare system utilizing its resources for more severe and emergency cases, the allied medical care system is at rescue of many people suffering from this severe acute respiratory syndrome.
Covid Care at Home: How Does Healthabove60 Help?
While asymptomatic and mild-symptomatic cases are easy to handle with home bound-care, seniors and the people with clinical morbidities are at higher risk of adversities if the proper care is not rendered.
It is recommended to seek your doctor’s advice for care at home and get medical help by the clinically qualified medical professionals.
If you are someone who has contracted Covid-19 disease and self-caring or if you are a family member of someone with the infection, it is extremely important to take every measure to keep yourself healthy and protect your family members.
Covid-19 Impacts on Seniors and the Role of Healthabove60
Home care for Covid-19 or care in a non-healthcare setting is a decision made on the case-by-case basis.
If you have been recommended this type of care by your healthcare provider, home care covers every aspect of medical care with the support of medically trained nursing specialists, skilled nursing care professionals, and personal attendants.
The Much-Needed Medical Support
The skilled nursing specialists closely monitor seniors with Covid-19 Symptoms and their severity while practicing the medically approved safety norms.
● Monitoring the symptoms and signs for better medical care
● Vital checkup, oxygen and ventilator administration
● Operating the medical equipment as per the protocols
● Medication management, vaccination for seniors, and rehab therapy
● Diet plan and hand hygiene for seniors
Usually, the symptoms of Covid will be reduced in a span of one or two weeks but effective management of the symptoms support the patient in recovering faster while preventing any morbidities.
A Close Eye for the Warning Signs
Monitoring the symptoms and signs of coronavirus helps in avoiding severe medical consequences associated with Covid-19.
● Determining the presence of mild or severe symptoms and differentiating them
● A close eye for emergency warning signs such as pressure in the chest with persistent pain, trouble breathing, and a state of confusion, unable to stay awake, pale or gray lips or nails.
● Professional and trained nurses for emergency medical response procedures
Keeping a close eye on the symptoms is essential in Covid-19 treatment. If a person is getting sicker, it is imperative to seek proper medical help at the earliest.
Evaluation of the Home Care Setup
Inadequacy in home-based isolation measures can put your entire family at risk or anyone who came into contact with the infected person. Evaluating the non-healthcare isolation set up is the key to prevent this.
● Help in setting up a safe isolation environment
● The caregivers from Healthabobe60 are well trained and have a knack for monitoring and managing the respiratory equipment.
● Keeping the medical equipment hygiene, environmental cleanliness, sanitizing the materials.
● The ability to impose strict corona safety protocols and adhering to the same.
The specialists are trained to follow strict safety protocols that protect themselves and others from the exposure.
Physical and Mental Wellness
The prescribed or over-the-counter medications definitely help in easing the symptoms such as cough and fever. Practicing the physical and mental wellness activities also help in dealing with these symptoms.
● Help in performing the basic breathing activities
● Support in physical and mental wellness activities
● Ensuring seniors are not feeling bored or feeling lonely
Overall, the personal attendants and nursing care specialists find their way to keep your seniors occupied during their isolation or quarantine.
Caring for an infected Covid patient in the home increases the risk of transmitting the virus at home. The care by the caregivers or the trained health workers establishes a proper environment that enables the patient to resolve the symptoms.
Here are a few measures followed by the professional caregivers, nursing attendants and health workers by Healthabove60.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): PPE is always on for the caregivers when they are assisting seniors with mild symptoms. Wearing gloves, masks and frequent sanitization are the standard operating procedures that they follow.
- Measures for a Thorough Ventilation: A thoroughly ventilated quarantine space ensures free airflow and reduced chances of infection. The specialists understand the proper usage of fans, AC and windows for better ventilation.
- Monitoring the Caregiver Health: Each home care provider at Healthabove60 undergoes systemic symptom checking procedures on a daily basis before and after the service. This is to protect seniors and their family members, and the care providers as well.
To conclude, the country is facing a toughest challenge and it is our responsibility to stay indoors and stay protected. This lets the healthcare system work seamlessly and provide much-needed support for the vulnerable population - people with existing health conditions, seniors, and children.
Get in touch with home healthcare providers such as Healthabove60 in Chennai to ensure your senior loved ones are through these difficult times in the safest way possible.