After surgery, injury, or wound treatment, patients may have stitches or surgical staples that need to be removed after a certain period of healing. Although this may seem like a simple procedure, it requires caution, hygiene, and proper assessment of the wound. Removing stitches or staples too early may cause the wound to reopen, bleed,
During autumn and winter, as well as during periods when seasonal viruses become more active, patients often experience weakness, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dizziness, and difficulty drinking enough fluids. In such cases, one of the main risks is not only the viral infection itself, but dehydration. When the body loses fluids through vomiting,
A gas-relief enema is a nursing procedure that may be recommended in cases of intestinal gas buildup, bloating, constipation, or difficulty with bowel movement. It may be especially relevant for patients who have limited mobility, are recovering after surgery, are elderly, palliative, or require long-term care. It is important that an enema is not performed
Health-related needs are not always planned in advance. Sometimes a patient needs support in the evening, at night, on weekends, or at a time when visiting a clinic is difficult. In such situations, reliable home nursing care available at any time becomes especially important. NMS 24/7 — Your Family Nurse provides 24-hour home nursing services
After drinking alcohol, the body may experience weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, dehydration-related discomfort, and general fatigue. This condition is commonly referred to as a hangover. However, it is important to distinguish between a regular hangover, alcohol intoxication, and a condition that develops after prolonged alcohol consumption. In everyday language, this prolonged drinking
Rotavirus and enterovirus are viral infections that may cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, weakness, fever, and general fatigue. In many cases, the illness is mild, but fluid loss may lead to dehydration in some patients. Special attention is needed for children, elderly patients, weakened individuals, and people with chronic medical conditions.
After drinking alcohol, the body may experience dehydration, weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, and general fatigue. This condition is commonly called a hangover. However, it is important to distinguish a regular hangover from alcohol poisoning. Severe alcohol intoxication can be life-threatening and may require emergency medical care. NMS 24/7 — Your Family Nurse provides
The recovery period after surgery is just as important as the operation itself. During this stage, proper care, hygiene, wound monitoring, following the doctor’s instructions, and observing the patient’s condition are essential. For many patients, the most challenging stage begins after returning home from the clinic. The patient may need wound dressing changes, monitoring of
Bladder catheterization is a medical procedure in which a special catheter is placed into the bladder to help drain urine. The procedure may be needed in different medical situations, but it should always be performed only according to a doctor’s prescription and by qualified medical personnel. Home catheterization is especially relevant for patients who have
Pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores or pressure sores, often develop in patients who spend long periods in bed or in a chair and have difficulty changing position independently. This issue is especially important for elderly patients, post-surgical patients, palliative patients, paralyzed patients, and people who require long-term care. A pressure ulcer should not be
