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Carol Bradley Bursack, Nov 13, 2010
Over the span of two decades author, columnist and speaker Carol Bradley Bursack cared for a neighbor and six elderly family members. Because of this experience, Bradley Bursack created a portable support group, the book "Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories."
I would ask the doctor is there is a brochure about this, or get direct training from local medical facilities. This is important and everyone caring for the person needs to know how to do it well.Carol
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Nov 13, 2010
When a person lies in one position for very long fluid can build up in the lungs compromising air passages. Fluid build up in the lungs also is a breeding ground for bacteria which can cause pneumonia. Repositioning redistributes the fluid and decreases the risk of bacterial growth thus decreasing the risk of pneumonia. Moving is essential.
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