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11-06-2009 at 08:00 am by: Jennifer Benjamin
Stroke Victims and Companions
A stroke can result in many different health complications. Strokes range from minor to major and the outlook depends on the type of stroke and how soon the person was treated. A stroke could lead to the following complications: 1. Breathing food into the airway. A companion is a great way to address the above complications as a result of a stroke. Companions are not only in the home to assist with chores and cooking; they are there to watch over a person. A companion can be there in case the person starts choking or becomes unsteady when walking. In cases of malnutrition a companion can prepare meals according to a nutritious meal plan. If the person who's suffered a stroke is developing pressure sores, a companion can get the person moving, assist with ambulation, and catch pressure sores before they become infectious. Lastly, a companion can provide social interaction, drive the person to public parks or shopping malls, and/or engage the person in fun activities. A person who has endured a stroke or is being rehabilitated from a stroke can benefit from having a companion who will help keep him/her on the right track. When loved ones cannot be there due to work or life obligations, a companion is a great solution. |








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