Homecare Nursing Benefits
Homecare nursing is less expensive than nursing home care or hospitalization. Patients can also spend time with persons they care about, with their pets, and in familiar surroundings, which aids in their recuperation. When a patient's blood pressure needs to be checked, homecare nursing is appropriate since a professional is always present to guarantee that the patient's blood pressure is at an optimal level. Individuals who require wound care can also benefit greatly from homecare nursing (Beauvais & Frost, 2014). A professional ensures that the wound is dressed on a daily basis to limit the risk of infection. Nurses in homecare settings also administer and monitor medications, draw blood for lab tests, and educate the family members and patients on the best health practices. In addition, nurses at home perform tasks such as meal preparations, light housekeeping tasks, helping patients eat and allowing patients to spend time with those they love while receiving help (Beauvais & Frost, 2014).
Benefits for Family Members
Family members also greatly benefit from homecare nursing. Members of the family get to spend more time and avoid making regular trips to the hospital or nursing home. Nurses in homecare nursing relieve the family of the responsibility to take care of the loved one (Beauvais & Frost, 2014). They give the family peace of mind not only through their presence but also through their assessment of safety risks and recommendations. Hence burden is taken off members of the family who may not provide the appropriate care. The dignity of the patient is also preserved through this type of care as they receive day-to-day help that ensures they maintain a high-quality life (Beauvais & Frost, 2014).
References
Beauvais, A., & Frost, L. (2014). Saving our backs: safe patient handling and mobility for home care. Home Healthcare Now, 32(7), 430-434.
