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24 Home Science<br />

The aged and children need non spicy and soft food for digestion. In all these cases<br />

the matter of taste should also be considered to avoid monotony. The weak patient can<br />

use feeding cup and spoon.<br />

Use of medicine-Medicine should be given within the specific time. Carefulness<br />

should be maintained about the quantity.<br />

Clothing of the sick<br />

Soft and light colour is appropriate for the sick. It should be loose and comfortable.<br />

Clothings should be changed and washed every day.<br />

Cleanliness of the body<br />

Every morning after sleep brushing of teeth with face washing is very important. The<br />

body needs to be sponged everyday in the absence of daily shower. The nails should<br />

be cleaned. Brushing of hair is necessary for two to three times. Bed pan should be<br />

used for toilet; lukewarm water is suitable for the sick.<br />

Mental care of the sick<br />

Like physical care mental care helps the sick to get well soon. Nursing needs patience<br />

with sympathy. Good relationship with the sick is very important. The patient should<br />

not be left alone. There should be proper arrangement of entertainment according to<br />

interest. Flowers are entertaining. It keeps the mind joyful. The sick should always be<br />

encouraged for better future so that the mind gets strength.<br />

Task-1 How can you take physical care of your family member in fever?<br />

Task-2 What role would you play in taking mental care of the patient.

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