Main tasks to be carried out

Caregivers recommended by Telemarias are trained to care for individuals suffering from serious or chronic illnesses or facing specific situations, such as:

- Bedridden, especially those with functional or cognitive dependence;

- Restricted mobility requiring assistance when walking outside the house;

- Post-surgery, needing support in medication management, mobility workouts and caring of patients cleanliness during recovery;

- Dementia: requiring cognitive rehabilitation and appropriate strategies to facilitate routine tasks;

- Total dependence due to serious illnesses.

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The tasks performed may vary according to the patient's needs and the care plan established by the medical staff, but typically include:

1. monitoring the patient's condition: caregivers supervise the physical and emotional condition of the patient and report any changes to the health staff responsible for treatment;

2. - medication: caregivers may be responsible for managing medication and monitoring side effects;

3. - performing prescribed treatments: pay attention and caring for bedsores and injuries, compress application as well as other therapeutic treatments prescribed by doctors;

4. - providing emotional support: an important task, helping patients dealing with stress, anxiety and loneliness associated with illness;

5. - assisting with daily activities: these activities primarily require feeding, bathing, grooming and mobility assistance;

6. - coordination with the healthcare staff: caregivers work closely with other professionals involved in the patient's treatment, ensuring that all needs are met.