A sink bath, or basin bath, can be a safe choice for a person who can't move around or walk much. And it's a good time to check their skin for sores or rashes. The person may want a sink bath every day or a few times a week. Their hair may not need to be washed every time. If you can, try to let the person choose when...
Learn a little about what to expect and how to prepare yourself and your home for caregiving.
Learn how to safely turn a person in bed.
People sometimes have to stay in bed for long periods of time. And they may not be able to move themselves into different positions. It's very important that a person changes positions. Lying in one position for a long time can cause pressure injuries (also called pressure sores). Pressure injuries are damage to the...
You can help protect the person in your care by making the home safe. Here are some general tips for how to lower the chance of getting injured in the home. Pad sharp corners on furniture and counter tops. Keep objects that are used often within easy reach. Install handrails around the toilet and in the shower. Use a...
Helping someone with personal care involves many daily tasks. If it's been a while since you did day-to-day caregiving—or you've never done it—you might not know all the things you need to do and how to do them. Learn more This information gives an overview of the daily or weekly care a person needs. Bathing...
The groin area needs careful cleaning to prevent rashes and infections. Rashes are most likely to form in moist areas where skin touches skin, such as the folds of the groin and on the chest and stomach. For a larger-sized person, other areas of concern are the folds on the neck, arms, inner elbows, legs, behind the...
Germs and infection can spread easily in the home. This may happen when items around the house become soiled or when you come into contact with body fluids, such as blood or urine. A person's cough or sneeze can spread germs too. Washing your hands often can help you keep germs and infection from spreading. Keeping the...
Shaving may help a person feel good. How often a person shaves can depend on their condition and their preferences. Allow the person to do the shaving if possible. You can help by gathering the supplies and holding the mirror. If you need to do the shaving, ask if the person wants to be shaved in a certain way. Getting...
As we get older, our skin gets thinner and drier, so it is easier to damage. The chance of skin damage is higher for people who can't move much, or who spend most of their time in bed or in a wheelchair. The skin can develop rashes and sores, especially pressure injuries (also called pressure sores). These injuries are...
Learn tips for managing the stress of caregiving and how getting support can help.
How to help with a bedpan Start by gathering supplies. You will need a bedpan, gloves, and toilet paper or wet wipes. A pad to protect the bed is also helpful. Make sure you have a place to set the bedpan aside while you help with wiping or getting dressed. Wash and dry your hands well, and put on gloves. If you can...
A bedside commode is a portable toilet. When someone can't make it to the bathroom but is able to get out of bed, it can be a safe way to use the toilet. The doctor may recommend a bedside commode after a surgery or if someone has had some health problems that make it difficult to get to the bathroom. Encourage the...
Disposable gloves are gloves that you use one time and then throw away. They can protect your health and the health of the person you're caring for. They help keep germs and infection from spreading to you and to the other person. Use gloves whenever you might touch body fluids, such as saliva, blood, urine, or stool...
Having clean hair that is styled in a way that a person likes can help them feel good. It's also a time to check their scalp for any changes such as sores, rashes, or breakdown of the skin. If the person you care for is able to leave home, ask if they would like to go to the salon or barber shop. It's part of many...
Keeping clothes and bed linens clean can take time, but it's worth the effort. It can help the person you're caring for stay healthy and feel clean. Clothes and bed linens become soiled when they come into contact with things like urine, stool, or vomit. Washing soiled clothes and linens right away can help reduce the...
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Carfilzomib is used to treat multiple myeloma. Carfilzomib is sometimes given with other medicines when treating relapsed multiple myeloma. Carfilzomib is given after other medicines did not work or have stopped working. Carfilzomib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Carglumic acid is a man-made form of an enzyme that occurs naturally in the liver. This enzyme is necessary for processing excess nitrogen produced when the body metabolizes proteins. Without this enzyme, nitrogen builds up in the form of ammonia and is not removed from the body. Ammonia is very toxic when it circulates...
Learn how to calm a baby with neonatal abstinence syndrome and when it's time to call the doctor.
Babies' nails can be different lengths at birth and grow at different rates. As you bathe your baby, check the length of the nails. Trim the nails if they extend beyond the fingertips, to prevent scratching. A baby's nails can be clipped or cut. Clip your baby's nails after a bath when the nails are softer. You may need...
Learn how to care for a surgical drain at home.
Although symptoms may change and even improve, autism is a lifelong condition that presents many challenges through adulthood. Whether an adult with autism lives in a group home, independently, or with family, he or she still requires parental or some support. Just as children with autism vary in their capabilities, so...
Caring for More Than One Baby A pregnancy of two or more babies is called a multiple pregnancy. Caring for just one newborn is a big job. Raising more than one baby means even less sleep, more work, and less time for yourself. From time to time, you may feel frustrated that you can't keep up with work at home. Don't...
Learn how to care for your child's surgical drain.
Learn how to care for your child's IV site.
Learn how to clean and care for your child's trach.
Learn how to care for a feeding tube at home.
Learn what an implanted port is and how to care for it at home.
Learn how to care for your IV site.
