How to Care For Cancer Patients
Patients always desire a greater level of care from others and the cancer patients desperately need someone who feels love and care for them. Many people are good in taking care of cancer patients but there are also many who want to care but do not know how to do it properly. Cancer patients usually require more care while staying at home as compared to hospitals because they spend a more time at home and visit hospital once or a couple of times a week. Keep reading if you really want to know how to care a cancer patient.
Instructions
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First of all, you should accompany the cancer patient while visiting hospitals or private clinics and always keep track of all appointments. You should also know about the dosages and other medications of the cancer patient.
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Always stay prepared to get a bad news from the doctor as cancer is a fatal disease. However, do not let your feelings appear on your face in front of the patient. Keep supporting him whatever the circumstances are.
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During chemotherapy treatment of the patient, make sure you sit beside him and keep talking to him. Usually chemotherapy takes a few hours and you should keep the patient engaged in different ways. It will help patient avoid thinking about his disease.
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You should also understand the side effects of cancer like pain, nausea, fatigue, infections and vomiting. You should stay prepared to tackle these conditions of the patient.
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Always keep talking to the cancer patient about inspiring stories of other cancer patients who survived with their courage and inner strength. Try to bring him stories of cancer patients who survived which will give him hope.
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You should encourage the patient that he should spend time in a happy mood and insist him think about positive things. Always try to keep him engaged in different activities like watching movies or playing board games etc.
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Convince the patient that positive thinking is a blessing and it will help in overcoming the disease. Always talk to him about encouraging things which will bring hope in his mind.
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Also try to invite your neighbours, friends and other family members to spend a good time together on a tea party. Keep your patient involved in the discussions which will help him in feeling better.
