Caregiver roles in supporting patient with Leukemia disease
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Caregivers role in supporting patient with leukemia disease.
* Maintain good hygienic practices or aseptic techniques when
taking care of leukemia patient to prevent infection.
* Assess for signs of bleeding like hematuria,nose bleed,malena
and inform the health provider if it occur.
* Provident frequent oral care to prevent infections.
* Encourage the patient maintain a good nutritional status and provide
small and frequent feeding.
* Assess the body weight and intake and output pattern of the patient to
identify the fluid status and prevent dehydration.
* Provide adequate psychological support through effective communication
and assist in daily activities of the patient.
* Create a peaceful environment to take adequate rest or sleep.
Family and/or caregiver roles in support of the person with leukemia disease
Define Leukemia disease
What is the pathophysiology of leukemia disease
Disease/condition including the underlying Pathophysiology of leukemia
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