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  1. Nov 18, 2020 · Mr Rao's lawyer told the Bombay High Court on Wednesday that her client was "bed-ridden, has no medical attendant and has a catheter which has not been changed for three months".

  2. Mr Rao's lawyer had told the court in November last year that her client was "bed-ridden, has no medical attendant and has a catheter which has not been changed for three months".

  3. Jan 7, 2021 · She had then said there are multiple post COVID-19 complications that take place in an elderly person and he is already bed-ridden, who has an urinary tract infection because his catheter was...

  4. Apr 11, 2023 · The first thing we need to determine is the reason the person is bedridden. If a patient is bedridden and can’t get out of bed due to a chronic or debilitating illness such as cancer or dementia, their condition can deteriorate quickly. A person does not die because they are bedridden.

    • Pressure sores or decubitus ulcers. One of the most unfortunate and preventable complications that can occur are bedsores. Bedsores can develop in a person who is bedridden or immobile.
    • Pneumonia: Position in bed can be varying rather than supine or facing ceiling every time. Prone or semi prone position of lying will assist better aeration of lungs and also break from pressure areas.
    • Constipation: Offer regular food and fluids if not contraindicated as tolerated. Fluids to be warm. Add roughage to diet if allowed and tolerated. Regular toilet routine.
    • Contractures: Active and passive exercise will assist in prevention of contractures. Use of appropriate support for the limbs while placed in any position.
  5. Jan 8, 2024 · It can be tough to take care of a bedridden elderly person at home, especially if it’s someone who you haven’t had to take care of for a long time. But, there are things that you can do to make it much easier for you (as the caregiver) and for your senior loved one who very much needs your help.

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  7. May 23, 2023 · Being confined to bed rest or immobilized for an extended period can have profound effects on the body. When you spend most of your time lying down, your body experiences changes in circulation, metabolism, bone and muscle health, skin integrity, and more. Understanding what happens during prolonged bed rest enables healthcare providers to take ...

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