Constant communication with your doctor ensures an effective treatment plan and adjustments are made as needed. Registered nurses provide professional nursing care for an entire range of medical needs. Working under the direction of the patient's doctor, the nurse implements the plan of care. Certified physical therapists work to help patients regain physical function and improve range of motion. Therapists may help patients with gait training, use of wheelchairs, walkers, artificial limbs, etc., and pain control.
Occupational therapists help each patient learn to better perform activities of daily living.
These activities include eating bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. Through an effective speech program, patients learn to better use and comprehend language. Enhanced written, spoken, and nonverbal communication helps patients gain greater independence and improved quality of life. Home health aides. Home health aides help patients with personal care services such as grooming, bathing, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.