Benefits of IV Therapy
Hydration
One of the most common reasons residents require IV therapy is for rehydration. Some medications frequently prescribed to residents and short-term nursing and rehabilitation guests cause dehydration. Some common geriatric conditions, such as Parkinson’s sisease, can also make eating normally or swallowing difficult, which can quickly lead to dehydration. IV therapy restores the body's fluid balance quickly and efficiently. Proper hydration is crucial for maintaining bodily functions, improving energy levels, and supporting overall health.
Antibiotic Administration
Catheter use, decreased mobility, incontinence, poor hydration, and post-menopausal hormonal changes, along with a host of other factors common among residents in long-term care communities, increase the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Other common infections include pneumonia, sepsis, respiratory infections, and endocarditis. IV therapy is one of the most effective and reliable methods of administering antibiotics, allowing for aggressive treatment of infections without compromising residents' health.
Recovery from Illness
When a resident’s or guest’s body is fighting off illness, it may need more nutrients than they can consume through diet alone, especially if they are unable to eat normally. IV therapy can provide the vital nutrients the body needs to recover faster. Whether a resident is recovering from a cold or flu, or a short-term nursing and rehabilitation guest is recovering from surgery or a more severe illness, IV therapy can speed up recovery by delivering key vitamins and antioxidants.
Pain Management
IV pain management is commonly utilized for guests in short-term rehabilitation and recovery, as well as for residents in hospice care. It is particularly useful for managing severe pain or in cases where oral medications are no longer effective or cannot be administered. IV pain management provides immediate relief and allows for more precise control over dosage and timing, which is especially important for post-surgical care and chronic pain management.
Medication Administration for Acute Conditions
Acute conditions such as heart failure, stroke recovery, or sepsis often require the rapid delivery of intravenous medications to stabilize residents. IV therapy is also crucial for short-term nursing and rehabilitation guests, where timely intervention can support faster recovery.
Ensuring Every Resident or Short-Term Nursing and Rehabilitation Guest Receives the IV Therapy They Require
IV therapy is an invaluable tool in long-term nursing and senior care settings. The importance of being able to administer IV therapies quickly and properly is one of the many reasons why we have clinical nurses and nurse aides on-site 24/7 in our communities, as well as a committed team of physicians. Our care teams deal with the challenges of administering IV therapy to older residents and guests every day and excel at making the process as comfortable as possible.
Contact us today to learn about the IV therapy services available at a Ciena Healthcare community near you.