{"id":30258,"date":"2022-11-28T11:48:56","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T16:48:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homecarematters.com\/forsyth\/?p=30258"},"modified":"2022-11-28T11:48:56","modified_gmt":"2022-11-28T16:48:56","slug":"post-hospital-care-what-are-the-common-guidelines-after-a-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homecarematters.com\/forsyth\/blog\/2022\/11\/28\/post-hospital-care-what-are-the-common-guidelines-after-a-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Post-Hospital Care: What Are the Common Guidelines After a Surgery?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Your dad is going in for surgery. You’re wondering what his recovery is going to entail. Much of this comes down to the type of surgery he’s about to undergo. Here are some general guidelines on what to expect and how post-hospital care<\/a> can help.<\/p>\n

Catheter or Feeding Tube Care<\/h3>\n

Dep[ending on the type of surgery, your dad may need a catheter or feeding tube until he’s able to do these things on his own. Nurses can help with feeding tubes and catheters. When it’s time to remove them, the nurse can do it at his home and keep him from traveling.<\/p>\n

Daily Wound Care<\/h3>\n

For the first day or two, your dad may not be allowed to shower. He’ll need some baby wipes to clean up. After that, he may be required to change his bandage if it gets wet. He may need to gently wash the area with soap and water.<\/p>\n

He has to be able to recognize the signs of infection. If the wound is in a hard-to-reach area, it can be challenging to do this. If the incision requires specialized care, it’s best to hire a nurse for wound care.<\/p>\n

Antibiotics and Pain Medications<\/h3>\n

Is your dad taking any antibiotics or pain medications after his surgery? If he has IV antibiotics, fluids, or pain relievers, he has to have a nurse at home for post-hospital care. He’s going to need IV placement and medication administration for as long as his doctor requires.<\/p>\n

Vitals and Monitoring<\/h3>\n

After some surgical procedures, your dad may need to monitor and record his vital signs. Hire a nurse to take his blood pressure and note it in his medical records for his surgeon. His nurse can check his pulse and oxygen saturation, and report to his surgeon each day.<\/p>\n

If anything is wrong, his nurse will know and alert his medical team for guidance. This is beneficial as changes to medications or treatment plans are addressed at his home. He won’t have to return to the hospital or clinic for another appointment.<\/p>\n

No Heavy Lifting<\/h3>\n

Your dad isn’t going to be able to lift heavy items for a while. In addition to post-hospital care<\/a>, make sure family members stop by often enough to do the laundry for him. He’ll need help with housework and meal preparation, too.<\/p>\n

Physical Therapy<\/h3>\n

Instead of going back to a clinic for physical therapy, have your dad’s therapists come to his home. He may not feel up to traveling yet, but that doesn’t mean he can skip out on important physical therapy sessions.<\/p>\n

Arrange post-hospital care from skilled nurses to help your dad with his recovery. If he has a trained nurse helping him out, he’s less likely to go back to the hospital. Avoid readmissions by talking to his surgeon and asking about the post-hospital care services that will benefit him.<\/p>\n

Call today: (478)-994-9535<\/a>. Home Care Matters Provides Award-Winning, Trusted Home Care<\/a> in Bibb, Butts, Crawford, Henry, Houston, Jones, Lamar, Monroe, Spalding, and Upson Counties.<\/h4>\n

We serve the towns of Forsyth, Macon, McDonough, Griffin, Jonesboro, Roberta, Barnesville, Gray, Thomaston, and Jackson.<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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