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13 Watches for Someone You Love

Jim Bell's 13 watches for someone you love who is confined to a nursing home:

  1. watch for weight loss.
  2. watch for facial grimacing.
  3. watch for mood changes.
  4. watch for bruising.
  5. watch for bed sores--especially on heel, back and buttocks.
  6. watch for dirty linen and soiled bed clothes.
  7. watch for sensitivity to touch--especially hips, arms and shoulders.
  8. watch for staff response to call light/button.
  9. watch for availability of water and juice.
  10. watch for insects.
  11. watch for obstacles blocking path to bathroom.
  12. watch for frequent staff turnover.
  13. watch for temporary agency staff--especially on weekends.

Please print this watch list and take it with you whenever you go to see your loved one.