What Interventions Can Nurses Implement to Support IADLs?
Nurses can implement various interventions to support patients in managing their IADLs, including: - Education and Training: Teaching patients and caregivers about adaptive techniques and tools to make tasks easier. - Referral to Occupational Therapy: Collaborating with occupational therapists to provide specialized interventions and equipment. - Home Modifications: Recommending changes to the home environment to improve safety and accessibility. - Medication Management Programs: Setting up pill organizers or automated reminders to help patients take their medications correctly. - Community Resources: Connecting patients with local services such as meal delivery, transportation, or home health aides.
