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Skilled nursing services are provided by Registered
Nurses (RN's) and Licensed Practical Nurses ( LPN's). Nurses provide
the skilled care to meet a medical need and care is delivered in
accordance with orders given by a physician and defined in a care
plan. Nurses often coordinate care between the different disciplines
by acting as the case manager.
| The following are examples of nursing
care provided in the home: |
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1.
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Medication management |
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2.
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I.V. therapy |
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3.
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Wound care / Ostomy care |
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4.
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Post surgical care |
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5.
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Understanding a new disease process or diagnosis |
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6.
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Teaching a patient or family to achieve their
highest level of independence |
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7.
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Ensure safety |
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8.
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Promote recovery |
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9.
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Bowel and bladder management |
| 10. |
End of life care |
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