Home nursing care means a trained nurse comes to your home to support a patient. It can be short-term or long-term. In Kathmandu, many families choose home care because it feels safer, easier, and more personal.
Who needs home nursing care?
Home nursing is helpful for:
- Seniors who need daily support
- Post-surgery recovery (operation पछि)
- Stroke patients
- Bedridden patients
- New mothers (postpartum care) and newborn support
- Patients with diabetes, high BP, or breathing issues
- Wound dressing, injections, catheter care, feeding support
What a home nurse can do
A professional nurse can help with:
- Vital checks (BP, pulse, sugar, oxygen)
- Medicines on time
- Wound dressing and infection prevention
- Injection/IV support (if needed)
- Mobility help, fall prevention
- Basic physiotherapy guidance (as advised)
- Hygiene and comfort care
- Patient and family education (घरमै सिकाइ)
Benefits for Kathmandu families
- Less travel and hospital waiting time
- Comfort of being at home
- Better routine and emotional support
- Family gets guidance and confidence
- Reduced risk of infections compared to frequent hospital visits
How to choose the right home nursing service (छान्दा के हेर्ने?)
- Trained and verified nurses
- Clear pricing and service hours
- Emergency contact and support
- Hygiene and safety standards
- Good communication and reporting to family