If your family member is bed or chair ridden, he\/she needs to be encouraged to relieve body weight at least every two hours. He\/she can do that by: placing hands on armrest, pull to lift body even if just for seconds; or, in the sitting position perform a rocking motion, right-left-right.<\/p>\n
If your family member is not able to use the armrests: caregiver must be able to assist in these movements. If you notice any skin reddened area, you should contact a nurse.<\/p>\n
Falls<\/b> prevention<\/b><\/p>\n
Please make sure that:<\/p>\n
The room destined to your family member is easily accessed and all unnecessary furniture is removed.<\/p>\n
Flexible shoes with nonslip soles and closed backs are used.<\/p>\n
Your family member has all his\/her daily objects at hand.<\/p>\n
All carpets have been removed or a nonslip platform is applied.<\/p>\n
Sofa, couch and chair are firmly placed and include armrests.<\/p>\n
If a fall occurs, even with no apparent injuries, you contact a nurse or doctor.<\/p>\n
Severe pain complaints or incapacity to move or displayed deformity may signal a fracture.<\/p>\n
If there is fracture suspicion and deformity is visible, prevent your family member from making any movements until medical professional help arrives (dial 112).<\/p>\n
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