Incontinence Isn’t a Topic People Want to Discuss, but Following a Hospitalization, Awareness May Reduce Mishaps
Incontinence is one of those topics people simply don’t want to discuss. However, for a person who was recently hospitalized, perhaps due to major surgery, an accident, or some other medical emergency, incontinence can be a serious problem. It could be a side effect and, if not addressed properly, could be a potential cause for a re-admission to the hospital.
Caregiver in Philadelphia PA: Senior Incontinence
How could incontinence lead to a hospital readmission?
Let’s say an aging senior was hospitalized for at least several days. They might’ve had surgery or been recovering from a major medical emergency, like a heart attack or stroke, possibly even pneumonia.
When they return home if they don’t have proper care and have an “accident” or two the first couple of days, that could technically count as incontinence. There are many reasons why a person could suffer from incontinence, from medications to surgical procedures to the impact the medical emergency had on their bladder or other muscles associated with this natural process of eliminating waste from the body.
If this aging senior is embarrassed to even talk about it, what might they do the next time they feel the sudden urge to use the bathroom? They might rush a little too quickly to try and get there.
That could lead to a slip and fall accident, landing them right back in the hospital, or worse.
What can be done to help an aging senior with incontinence?
The most important thing to consider is home care. A home care aide is an individual who can support an aging senior during the recovery process. Although catheters, bed pads, and adult diapers can be invaluable assets for somebody going through a recovery at home, having an experienced home care provider on hand is far more advantageous.
These experienced in-home care providers will have worked with other seniors who went through the same circumstances. They will understand the embarrassment that incontinence issues can bring up.
The seniors won’t have to talk to their adult child, friend, neighbor, or even their spouse if they don’t want to. Yet, they can have the physical support and emotional assistance needed to help them deal with this new challenge in life.
In many cases, incontinence following a hospitalization will be temporary, but even if it’s not, leaning on the resources of an in-home care provider can help that aging senior to recover better and in a safer environment. That will help to reduce the risk of a re-admission to the hospital due to a slip and fall or tripping hazard because they were trying to rush to the bathroom or were too embarrassed to ask for help.
If you or an aging loved-one are considering hiring a Caregiver in Philadelphia, PA, please contact the friendly staff at Suma Home Care.
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Ibrahim recently completed a Professional Certificate in Management; He is currently pursuing a Masters in Business Administrations (MBA) at a prestigious university in the UK.
With their passion for helping others and a strong background in customer services and clinical care, Ibrahim and his wife started assisting individuals in their homes.
Since started and operating Suma Home Care in 2010 in the basement of their home, Suma Home Care has provided professionals who work endlessly in providing clients with the highest quality of care, while enabling clients to maintain dignity, comfort and safety in their homes.
Suma Home Care, serves four counties in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Chester, Montgomery and Philadelphia. Ibrahim is firmly connected to his local community and is always looking for ways to give back whenever the opportunity presents itself.
Ibrahim enjoys spending time with his wife and children, travelling and enjoys sports.
Mariama Suma-Keita BSN RN
Born in Sierra Leone west Africa, relocated to America in 1999 from a civil war and settled since in the U.S.A as a Naturalized citizen Graduated from National school of nursing with an associate , and completed BSN in Nursing from Immaculata University graduated with Honor roll Alpha Lambda sigma, After escaping the war served as a refugee nurse in Gambia and Guinea to other displaced refugees before coming to America.
In the states started in Homecare then then transition into hospital, worked in Jefferson hospital as a Registered nurse on Tele and general medsurg floor, also worked in Einstein hospital as an oncology transplant nurse , I realized that I enjoy working with patients so much and believe in quality and compassionate care one at a time dealing with an holistic approach in caring for patients and family in a familiar environment called home , I see the impact and progress when they’re home , it makes them feel relax and progress fast with recovering at home. As a nurse and entrepreneur I understand that dedication to meeting people and families needs is a priority, and able to foster relationships with family and patients that is professional and friendly to help them stay and settled home as a desire.
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