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Post-Operative and Wound Care
The Matter of Care post-operative home service is designed to support patients in their recovery after surgery by providing comprehensive and personalised care in the comfort of their own homes. This service ensures a smooth transition from the hospital to home, promoting healing and reducing the risk of complications.
Key components of post-operative and wound care include:
- Regular check-ups to monitor vital signs, wound healing, and overall recovery progress. This includes assessing for signs of infection, managing dressings, and ensuring proper wound care.
- Assisting with the administration of prescribed medications, including pain management and antibiotics. Ensuring adherence to medication schedules and monitoring for side effects.
- Helping with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring that the patient maintains hygiene and comfort during their recovery period.
- Providing or coordinating physical therapy sessions to aid in mobility and strength recovery. Developing personalised exercise plans to promote healing and regain function.
- Planning and preparing nutritious meals that support recovery, considering any dietary restrictions or special needs. Assisting with feeding if necessary and ensuring proper hydration.
- Monitoring and managing post-operative pain through medication, relaxation techniques, and other therapies as recommended by healthcare providers.
- Offering companionship and emotional support to help patients cope with the stress and anxiety that may accompany recovery. Providing a reassuring presence and encouraging a positive mindset.
- Liaising with healthcare providers, scheduling follow-up appointments, and arranging transportation to medical visits. Ensuring clear communication between all parties involved in the patient’s care.
- Educating patients and their families about the recovery process, including activity restrictions, signs of complications, and self-care techniques.
- Providing guidance on lifestyle adjustments to support healing.