kara_vn

Independent -meaning axox3, mentally fit and capable to direct own care, but in terms of ADLs is full assist, so in worse case scenario like fire for ex, will not be able to stand up and take care of the situation. My concern is that during those 2 hr. there is no one in the house and the equipment is on. But I know that homehealth is different then LTC where I used to work long time ago. It's the first time in my experience that I have to leave my shift and there is no one to take over. That's why I am asking if something like this is normal for homehealth. Thanks for your reply

Hi guys, I am not a very experienced lpn, working in home health I need an advice regarding patient's safety. The patient receives O2 via Bipap. I don't feel comfortable leaving the oxygen concentrator on, when I leave from my night shift. There is a 2 hr hour gap from the time I leave and next nurse arrives. The patient is independent and responsible for own care. The patient requests the concentrator to be on during those 2 hr. The patient is immobile and needs full assistance. My agency told me it was ok to leave it on. But I am still concerned.