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Category: Treating Infections

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Treatment of Scabies

If a scabies infection has been identified Assess and monitor for pain Administer medications to relieve symptoms if prescribed All close contacts should be treated simultaneously, including residents, employees, and visitors  Assess the integrity of the skin Educate on avoiding rubbing and scratching- keep resident nails short  Prevent contact by...

Treatment of Influenza

If influenza (flu) infection has been identified, refer symptoms to the registered nurse   Nursing Care Assess pain Administer alternative interventions or medications to relieve pain and symptoms Monitor breathing, check vital observations 4hourly and auscultate lungs  Check for laboured breathing, cyanosis, cold and clammy skin Coughing and deep breathing...

Treatment of Common Cold

If your resident shows signs and symptoms of the common cold,  • Assess pain • Administer alternative interventions to relieve symptoms  • Administer medications to relieve symptoms if required and prescribed • Monitor breathing, check vital observations each shift, and auscultate lungs  • Check for laboured breathing, cyanosis, and cold and clammy skin • Coughing and...

Treatment of RSV

If an RSV infection has been identified • Assess pain  • Administer medications to relieve symptoms, if required and prescribed • Monitor breathing, check vital observations 4-hourly and auscultate lungs  • Check for laboured breathing, cyanosis, and cold and clammy skin • Coughing and deep breathing should be encouraged, educate on holding the sternum when...

Treatment of Shingles

If a shingles infection has been identified Assess and monitor for pain Administer medications to relieve symptoms if prescribed Keep affected areas dry and clean Cover the rash with a non-stick dressing to avoid spreading the virus Encourage residents not to scratch the rash, as this can cause infection and...

Treatment of Sapovirus

If a Sapovirus has been identified, report the symptoms to a registered nurse Assess for pain and dehydration Ensure the resident's fluid level is monitored with a fluid balance intake/output chart Record intake and output once a shift and monitor vital signs every 4 hours Administer medications to relieve symptoms if prescribed Allow the...