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We recently put a close family friend into a nursing home. He fell twice in the first week. Apparently they were not allowed to restrain a resident in their wheelchair. I guess the rule is that if the patient themselves is not able to get themselves out of the chair in less than 30 seconds then the restraint, even if it is to help the person sit up, is not allowable. I can understand this restriction but in Uncle's case he has severe alzheimers and is unable to walk but able enough to get himself out of the chair. He doesn't even realize that he can't walk so is constantly trying to stand and walk. It practically takes a person hovering over him constantly to avoid falls and injuries. His care facility seems to be quite good compared to others I have seen.
SIL worked at a facility and has not nursing liscence or other training other than that given by her employer. She was apparently allowed to administer medication to residents on a daily basis. She was irresponsible and left medication out and was promptly fired. We did not choose that facility for Uncle's care because they allowed an unqualified individual to administer medications.
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