Core Basic Module 7: Skin and Body care:
Lesson 1:
Mr. Bernard is a 44-year-old client who had a stroke (CVA) six months ago. The results from the stroke have left Mr. Bernard depressed. He has weakness on his left side and needs help with many care tasks including positioning himself in bed. Since this morning, Mr. Bernard has refused to get out of bed and has stayed in the same position for several hours.
RESEARCH: Review page 321 on stroke (CVA) and page 305 for depression. Review information on pages 113-117 on pressure ulcers and changing a client’s position.
Assignment: Your task is to Write 500 word paper on how you would reposition Mr. Bernard in his bed, making sure to avoid pressure on areas at risk for skin break down.
- In the assignment make sure you cover:
- Identify what problem(s) a caregiver needs to address in this situation.
- How does this impact how a caregiver provides care?
