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Help & Advice for Primary Caregivers of Elderly Relatives at Home

Caregiver Support Services

Perhaps you already have a professional background in care and are more than willing, without hesitation, to have your elderly parent or grandparent move into your family home so you can ensure they’re having their needs met and are as happy and comfortable as possible. Alternatively, maybe you have virtually no previous experience in taking care of an older adult and are looking for all the advice you can to make the transition for your loved one to move into your home as soon as possible.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals Increases in ICP during suctioning are well documented. ET suctioning can induce a strong cough reflex, which increases ICP by raising intrathoracic pressure, reducing cerebral perfusion pressure and increasing systemic blood pressure.