What Skills Are Essential for Nurses in Assisting with ADLs?
Nurses must possess a range of skills to effectively assist with ADLs:
- Observation Skills: To identify changes in a patient's condition and adjust care plans accordingly. - Communication Skills: To effectively communicate with patients and their families, ensuring understanding and cooperation. - Empathy and Compassion: To provide care with respect and sensitivity, understanding the emotional and psychological aspects of needing assistance. - Technical Skills: To use mobility aids, perform transfers safely, and manage medical equipment like feeding tubes or catheters.
