Helen Lhim
Caring.com Expert
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Helen Lhim is director of Rehabilitative Services for the Institute on Aging, Ruth Ann Rosenberg Adult Day Health Center, San Francisco.
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Monday September 17, 2007
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How can I help my elderly father use a bedpan?
Answer - First of all, let him know what you're going to do. Just say, "Dad, I'm going to put a bedpan underneath you," and cue him verbally step by step. Assuming he's lying on his back, ask him to try to bend both knees up, if he can, and have him lift his hips off the bed to enable you to move an absorbent... -
What's the best way to catch my 91-year-old mother when she falls?
Answer - Once the momentum of a fall starts, it's difficult to stop it. You're at risk of injuring her as well as yourself if you try to stop the fall. It's better to try to slow down the fall to prevent her from injuring herself and you. -
Will a gait belt help my elderly mother walk?
Answer - A gait belt, which is a heavy-duty cotton belt, can give you a better hold on your mother when walking with her. Be sure to consult with her doctor to find out the primary cause of her listing to the left. A variety of things could be throwing her off balance, and knowing the cause will help you determine the best treatment... -
What's the best way to help my 250-pound father walk?
Answer - It depends on how much physical assistance your father needs. I'd suggest you start by having him see his doctor to find out if an underlying condition is affecting how he walks. Depending on his ability, you'll need to consider a variety of things to gauge how much help he needs.
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