Information, Tips, and More for Patients and Their Caregivers
By Chris Raymond, About.com Guide
Information for patients and their caregivers to help manage symptoms, maintain quality of life, and provide safe care.
Caregiver Information and Tips (C.I.T.s)
Information and tips you need to know when caring for someone -- all packaged up in this useful C.I.T.!
- Keeping You and Your Patient Healthy
- Home Safety for Caregivers
- Interracting With the Dying Person
- Assessing or Evaluating Pain
- Tips for Safe Use of Medications
- All About Pressure Ulcers
- 7 Ways to Stimulate an Appetite
- How to Change a Diaper or Bed Sheet
- How to Lift Someone Safely
- How to Properly Position Someone in Bed
- Acts of Love: Caring for a Dying Loved One
- Is it Time to Hire a Caregiver?
- Talking to Your Dying Loved One
- How to Cope With a Dying Loved One's Anger
- How Can I Help My Dying Friend or Loved One
- Traveling with Oxygen
Tips to Help You Comfort and Support
Your loved one needs your support now more than ever. Here is information and tips to help you comfort and support your palliative care patient.
- Interracting With the Dying Person
- Talking to Your Dying Loved One
- How Can I Help My Dying Friend or Loved One
- The H1N1 Flu Vaccine and You
Caring For Yourself
Caring for others is very hard work. It strains you physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. You can't be an effective caregiver if you have nothing left to give. Find ways to recharge and refuel so you can be the best caregiver possible.
