Altruist Home Care Solutions

Altruist Home Care Solutions Our mission is to provide you with the best health care, in your home or place of residence.

01/09/2026

COPD Flare-Up Action Plan at Home

Breathe easier with a clear plan:

Know your “rescue” steps: quick-relief inhaler or neb as prescribed.

Positions that help: tripod (lean on table), pursed-lip breathing (inhale nose 2, exhale lips 4).

Track signs: more cough, thicker mucus, breathlessness at rest.

Pulse-ox target: follow your clinician’s range; don’t chase numbers, watch trends + symptoms.

Call sooner, not later if symptoms climb.

Your plan is your parachute—keep it printed and visible.

01/05/2026

Dementia Wandering Prevention Kit

Keep them safe without fear:

Door chimes or smart sensors; hide “exit” cues, add calming signs (“Kitchen →”).

Comfort cues: favorite sweater, music playlist, family photo book.

Routine: daylight exposure + light activity earlier, quiet evenings.

ID ready: medical ID bracelet or GPS tag; recent photo handy.

If they insist on “going,” validate + redirect (“We’ll go after tea.”).

Preparation turns panic into peace.

12/29/2025

Preventing Pressure Sores at Home: Repositioning & Cushion Basics

Keep skin safe and comfortable:

Reposition regularly: alternate back, left, right; avoid long pressure on heels, tailbone, hips.

Offload heels: float them with a pillow under calves.

Use cushions: foam/gel/air on chairs and wheelchairs; smooth, wrinkle-free sheets.

Moisture control: clean, dry skin; light barrier cream where needed.

Friction/shear: lift—don’t drag—when moving.

Daily skin scan: look for redness that doesn’t fade after relieving pressure.
If skin opens or worsens, contact your clinician.

12/26/2025

Build bowls that love your heart:

Base: oats, quinoa, brown rice, or beans (low-sodium/rinsed).

Load up vegetables; add fruit for sweetness.

Protein: yogurt, fish, beans, tofu, or eggs.

Finish with nuts/seeds and olive oil; flavor with lemon, herbs, vinegar.
Examples:

Quinoa + chickpeas + cucumber + tomatoes + lemon yogurt drizzle.

Oatmeal + berries + walnuts + cinnamon.

Brown rice + tuna/salmon + steamed veg + olive oil splash.

12/22/2025

Iron Booster Combos: Vitamin C for Better Absorption

Make iron count:

Lentils + lemon or spinach + bell peppers.

Chicken or beef + orange slices or tomato-free slaw with vinegar.

Fortified cereal + strawberries or kiwi.

Cook in cast-iron when possible.
Avoid tea/coffee with iron-rich meals; save them for later.

12/19/2025

DASH-in-a-Bowl: Quick Blood-Pressure–Friendly Mini Meals

Build bowls that love your heart:

Base: oats, quinoa, brown rice, or beans (low-sodium/rinsed).

Load up vegetables; add fruit for sweetness.

Protein: yogurt, fish, beans, tofu, or eggs.

Finish with nuts/seeds and olive oil; flavor with lemon, herbs, vinegar.
Examples:

Quinoa + chickpeas + cucumber + tomatoes + lemon yogurt drizzle.

Oatmeal + berries + walnuts + cinnamon.

Brown rice + tuna/salmon + steamed veg + olive oil splash.

An Evening Routine to Calm Dementia
12/19/2025

An Evening Routine to Calm Dementia

12/15/2025

Brain-Boosting Snack Pairings: Omega-3 & B-12 Wins

Feed the brain simply:

Sardines or salmon on whole-grain toast (omega-3 + B-12).

Boiled egg + avocado.

Walnuts + blueberries.

Plain yogurt + ground flax + strawberries.

Plant-based? Try fortified cereal or nutritional yeast with fortified milk.

12/12/2025

Home Care Binder Setup: Tabs That Save Time & Stress

Build a grab-and-go hub:

Contacts & Insurance (doctors, pharmacy, policy).

Medication List (doses, times, allergies).

Daily Schedule (meals, meds, exercises).

Vitals & Logs (BP, pulse-ox, glucose, pain).

Appointments & Reports (labs, discharge papers).

Care Plan & Orders (PT, wound care, diet).

Emergency Plan (red flags, preferred hospital).
Use clear sleeves; date pages; keep a pen inside.

12/08/2025

Check Ankle Swelling (Edema): Simple Test & When to Call

Spot swelling early:

Look & compare both ankles and shins; note sock marks.

Press and release over shin/ankle; if a dent remains, it’s “pitting.”

Elevate feet when resting; try gentle ankle pumps.

Note patterns in a log: time of day, salt intake, new meds.
Call your clinician for sudden one-sided swelling, warmth, pain, shortness of breath, or rapid weight gain.

Heat vs. Ice: Safe At-Home Pain Relief (What to Use, When)Use HEAT for stiffness, tight muscles, chronic achesUse ICE fo...
12/03/2025

Heat vs. Ice: Safe At-Home Pain Relief (What to Use, When)

Use HEAT for stiffness, tight muscles, chronic aches

Use ICE for new sprains, swelling, or after activity

Always place a cloth barrier between skin and pack

Keep sessions short; check skin often

Don’t use on numb skin or over open wounds

Be cautious with poor circulation/neuropathy—ask your clinician

Pair with gentle movement and posture support

If pain spreads, worsens, or feels unusual, contact your provider

11/29/2025

Pill Splitter: How to Use It Safely

Confirm the tablet is scored/safe to split (ask pharmacist).

Place pill flat in splitter along the score line.

Firm, single press; don’t saw.

Store halves in a labeled container; keep dry.

Do not split extended-release, enteric-coated, or capsules.
Close: “When in doubt, ask—don’t guess.”

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