Caring for patients with chronic internal medicine at Hoan My Saigon Hospital: Stability does not mean safety.
The patient chronic internal medicine conditions such as diabetesHigh blood pressure, cardiovascular problems… may seem stable, but if… Incorrect care It can worsen very quickly, prolonging treatment time and significantly increasing costs. SAN applications provide solutions professional patient care This helps put the family's mind at ease.
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1. "It's alright" – The most dangerous statement in patient care.
Many families, when they have a relative receiving treatment at... Hoan My Saigon Hospital Or after being discharged from the hospital, they often have these thoughts: "The doctor said everything is fine, now we just need to go home and take care of her normally."
But in reality, with chronic internal medicine diseases:
- "Stability" does not mean "safety"..
- Patient They may be stable today, but their condition could worsen within a few days if they are cared for incorrectly.
- These are diseases that progress silently and without fanfare, but the consequences often come very quickly.
2. Chronic internal medicine diseases – What are the dangers?
Common illnesses include: Diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular, kidney disease and metabolic disorders.
The common characteristic of these diseases is:
- The indicators need to be monitored continuously.
- A strict diet is necessary.
- Proper daily care is necessary.
If cared for incorrectly, patients Potential complications include: sudden spikes in blood sugar, high blood pressure, cardiovascular complications, or worsening kidney failure. The majority of these complications do not occur in the hospital but rather during daily home care.
3. Common mistakes when caring for patients with internal medicine conditions.
- Eating based on "instinct": Feed according to taste, without controlling the amount of salt and sugar.
- Not tracking metrics: Neglecting regular blood pressure and blood sugar checks can lead to missed warning signs.
- Being subjective because things seem "okay": See patient Things seemed to improve, so people started to become complacent, allowing the disease to progress silently.
- Hiring a caregiver without the necessary knowledge: The caregiver lacked understanding of the illness and was unable to recognize the warning signs.
4. Real-life case: Small oversight – Big consequences
An elderly patient with diabetes and high blood pressure was cared for by a family acquaintance who thought the condition was mild. During the caregiving process, due to uncontrolled eating habits and infrequent blood pressure checks, the patient became severely ill after only a few days, and their blood pressure readings spiked dramatically.
Result: The patient had to be readmitted to the hospital, undergoing prolonged treatment and incurring additional costs of over 10 million VND. This consequence was entirely avoidable if the patient had received proper monitoring and care from the beginning.
5. Price SAN – Flexible yet cost-effective overall
Service caring for the sick belong to SAN bring professionalism with price:
- 42,000 – 70,000 VND/hour.
- Flexible work shifts.
- Discounts are available for long-term service.
Compared to hiring acquaintances or members of groups (which may be cheaper but offer no training, monitoring, or supervision), our service... SAN This helps minimize the risk of complications – which is the biggest expense when treating the disease.
6. What constitutes proper care for internal medicine illnesses?
A process take care of Standardization requires a combination of knowledge, discipline, and monitoring.
- Monitor your health indicators regularly.
- Strictly control your diet.
- Quickly recognize signs of abnormality.
- Maintain a stable daily routine for the patient.
7. How does SAN benefit your family?
- Caregiver training: Understanding about chronic disease and know how to follow basic medical monitoring.
- Scientific shift change system: Ensure that care is not interrupted.
- Quality control: There is a system for continuous quality monitoring and evaluation.
- Flexible pricing: Offers various options by the hour or based on the family's actual needs.
8. Don't let a minor illness become a serious one.
The biggest mistake is thinking that chronic diseases aren't immediately dangerous. The reality is:
- High blood pressure can lead to stroke.
- Diabetes can cause gangrene of the limbs.
- Cardiovascular disease poses a risk of sudden death.
All these risks can stem from the following: take care of Wrong way.
9. When should you choose a professional service?
Families should consider using professional services when patients To be old person, infected chronic disease Long-term monitoring is needed, but family members lack the time or expertise. You can consider using a monitoring service. caring for the elderly To ensure the best possible health for grandparents and parents.
Proper care sick Being chronic is the best way to maintain stable health and avoid complications. Download the app SAN Contact us today or call our hotline for quick assistance: 1900.0666.88
