Learn practical, step-by-step care for the sick at home, backed by Red Cross expertise.
This classic guide offers clear, field-tested instructions for setting up a comfortable sick room, caring for patients, and handling common emergencies with confidence.
This edition distills a century of home health knowledge into accessible guidance. It covers preparing a safe environment, routines for daily care, feeding the ill, using basic medical appliances, administering medicines, and recognizing when to seek professional help. The book also includes practical tips for children, convalescents, and the aged, plus a glossary of essential health terms.
- How to arrange and maintain a clean, safe sick room with proper ventilation and lighting.
- Step-by-step care for common routines: bedding, baths, feeding, and personal hygiene.
- Guidance on handling bedpans, bedmaking, and basic medical supplies at home.
- Practical checklists for dealing with illnesses, emergencies, and infectious diseases.
Ideal for caregivers, students, and anyone responsible for at-home care, this edition equips readers with reliable, actionable instructions drawn from established Red Cross training.