Chapter 9
Antibiotics And Infection Prevention
The use of antibiotics is an effective treatment to counter
infection and can give your loved one a chance to continue to
participate in physical therapy to gain strength and stamina
and stay on the path to recovery.
Doctors can't examine your loved one daily at home, so they
rely on your educated observations and accurate recall of
vital information received over the phone. You are a primary
communicator calling the doctor with updated information,
including the apparent effectiveness of prescribed
antibiotics.
Bacterial infections and the use of antibiotics are common
in hospitals and at home, so this chapter provides you with
a basic familiarity with antibiotics as well as some of their
benefits and hazards. A basic understanding of antibiotics
can help you make a positive difference in the home
healthcare of your loved one, especially if the infections are
repeating or are chronic (long-term).
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Foreword
Preface
Contents
Chapter 1 At The
Hospital
Chapter 2 Before
Leaving The Hospital: Questions To Ask Doctors And Nurses
Chapter 3 Before
Leaving The Hospital: Arranging Visiting Nurses And Therapists
Chapter 4 Before
Leaving The Hospital: Arranging
Home Healthcare Equipment And Supplies
Chapter 5 Extra
Equipment At Home
Chapter 6 Staying
Organized At Home
Chapter 7 Oxygen
Equipment And Respiratory Issues
Chapter 8 Suction
Machines And Equipment Troubleshooting
Chapter 10 Tube
Feeding Issues And Tips
Chapter 11 Original
Medicare, Private Insurance And Billing Issues
