Get 12/24HR Nursing Services At Home For Post-Knee Replacement in Mumbai
Our nurses play a key role for a patient who has recently undergone knee replacement surgery in the cosy confines of your house. Our nurses emphasise the patient’s holistic well-being and recovery. Our nurses provide tailor-made care, boosting mobility and functional independence after knee replacement surgery.
Qualified Full-Time Nurses At Home In Mumbai
A home nurse is essential in supporting a patient's recovery after a knee replacement surgery. However, the following is a list of responsibilities that are crucial and common for each patient
Monitoring Vital Signs
The home nurse regularly checks the patient's vital signs, such as
- Temperature
- Blood Pressure
- Pulse
- Respiration Rate
Wound Care
One primary responsibility is monitoring and caring for the surgical wound. This includes
- Changing dressings
- Assessing wound site for signs of infection
Pain Management
The nurse manages the pain medication the surgeon prescribes by administering and monitoring the medicines promptly. Along with the physiotherapist, the nurse assists the patient in managing post-operative pain.
Medication Management
Besides pain medication, the nurse assists the patient in taking all the prescribed medicines. They monitor the patient closely to manage and prevent potential medication side effects or complications.
Physical Therapy Support
The home nurse collaborates with a physical therapist to assist the patient in adhering to their exercise and stretching regimen, aiming to facilitate the healing process, enhance muscle strength, and enhance the patient's mobility.
Education
Nurses educate patients and their families regarding the surgical procedure, the recovery journey, and how to address possible complications. They offer instruction on wound care, the proper administration of medications, as well as exercise and stretching routines.
Assessment of Complications
Our nursing staff conducts vigilant patient monitoring to detect any indications of complications and potential adverse reactions to medications, which may include issues like infection, blood clots, or allergies. They promptly communicate these findings to the relevant medical healthcare provider.
Emotional Support
The process of a patient's post-surgery recovery places a strain on both the individual and their family, affecting them both physically and emotionally. In such circumstances, our dedicated nurses are vital, offering unwavering emotional support to patients and their families with compassion and empathy.
Communication
The nurses from Healkin maintain ongoing communication with the patient's healthcare team, which includes the surgeon and physiotherapist. They consistently provide updates on the patient's advancements and promptly convey any concerns or issues as they arise.
The duties of our nurses can sometimes go beyond these tasks, depending upon the patient’s condition and their family’s requirements. The main aim is to ensure the patient can move independently, has increased mobility and recovers quickly to resume daily activities.
Comprehensive Nursing Services In Mumbai
Our home nursing services in Mumbai cater to only the city of Mumbai and its suburbs. The locations our services are most widespread in the following areas:-
South Mumbai: Pedder Road, Nariman Point, Colaba, Marine Lines, Tardeo, Grant Road
Dadar: Shivaji Park, Worli, Dadar East, Dadar West, Parel, Matunga
Bandra: Band Stand, Bandra Kurla Complex, Pali Hill, Linking Road
Andheri: Marol, MIDC, Saki Naka, Juhu, Lokhanwala, JB Nagar, Versova, Green Field
Western Suburbs: Vile Parle, Goregaon East, Goregaon West, Kandivali, Dahisar, Borivali Khar, Malad, Santa Cruz
Thane: Anu Nagar, Ghodbunder Road, Pokhran Road, Teen Hath Naka
Central Mumbai: Sandhurst Road, Girgaon, Vikhroli, Kanjurmarg, Mulund, Sion, Chembur
FAQ
Following knee replacement surgery, our home nurses are key in aiding patients and their loved ones. They manage the patient’s pain, administer and monitor medications, and monitor vital signs. They provide wound and surgical incision care and education on home wound care and post-operative precautions. Nurses assist with early mobility and rehabilitation, coordinating with the concerned physiotherapists for compliance with exercise and treatment plans. They offer emotional support, educate the patient and the family on post-surgery care, dietary considerations, and lifestyle changes and ensure that the patient is safe during activities of daily living. They provide a holistic approach to recovery and rehabilitation in all patient life aspects.
Healkin’s in-house doctor crafts a medical care plan for the patient according to their requirements and conditions. Our nurses work jointly with the patient’s assigned healthcare professionals to implement the carefully crafted medical care plan. They maintain accurate medical records to help the professionals decide upon the course of treatment. They monitor vital signs, provide wound care, manage pain, Manage medication, provide Physical Therapy Support, Assess complications, communicate with the healthcare team and handle emergencies.