Take care elderly in this lockdown

             The problem we have right now is corona. The corona may not cause much trouble to many but it spreads rapidly from man to man. Corona infects people of all ages and it infect faster in the elderly. It will make more trouble to them. Elderly with corona will face complications like staying long time in hospitals and  their recovery condition is very poor. 

            Age seems to be a direct link to mortality among patients who died with corona. The mortality risk increases significantly after the age of 60. The mortality rate for those aged 60 to 69 is 3.6 and 8 % of the 70-79 year old's. 15% in 80 year old's. 

           Corona increases the risk of lung tissue damage in the elderly and also affects the heart. Family members need to be more careful if there are elderly people in the house.

       Families and caregivers can use some of these ways to keep the elderly disease-free, spirited and mentally fit:  

                

# Elderly might not be aware and updated with authentic information related to infection, amidst misinformation spread through a variety of modes. so, its your responsibility to give correct information to them. 

# Loneliness, anxiety and uncertainty can give rise to depressive disorders, insomnia and chronic stress. so, do phone calls for their loved ones and let them talk. keep on interactive with them then they forget their loneliness. 

# The elderly should not be self-medicated with any drug  as preventive or curative strategies for COVID-19. It can be life-threatening. It’s better to seek a physician’s opinion.

# Family members need to be sensitive to the early symptoms of COVID-19 and testing if needed should be promptly done. This however, should not give rise to panic, self-isolation and stigma. Medical advice is the best choice For any clarification. 

# Those in isolation or quarantine need special care: telephonic counselling, digital contact with family and ensuring adequate nutrition is vital.  

# It is better to avoid hospital set-ups during the pandemic. Rather tele-consultations is better.

              

# Discuss contingency and emergency response plans, if the elderly loved one stays alone .  

# Take care elderly not to use others towels, kerchiefs, napkins.  

# Prepare healthy, cooked food for them.    

# Do not let the elderly into alcohol and cigarettes.

Stay Home Stay Safe....