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How to care for my comatose mother?
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Supportive care: Airway support with frequent suctioning as needed. Elevation of head of bed 15- 30 degrees. Feeding via gastrostomy or feeding tube. Tracheostomy is a consideration for management of airway. Monitor for infection. Frequent turning side to side to avoid break-down ulcerations Look for significant changes in condition from day to day. Consider extended care facility.
Answered 6/26/2014
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Have you : Considered Hospice or palliative care? They are different but both can be of HUGE support both to you and your mom
Answered 6/27/2014
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