Question 1

Will the nurse perform dressing (wound care)?

Accepted Answer

No, dressing is not the nurse’s responsibility. It is done by a Dresser. The nurse may only assist during the dressing by providing monitoring, reminders, and limited support – such as observing the wound condition and reminding the user to schedule a dresser.

Question 2

Will the nurse manage Foley’s, Ryle’s tubes, and tracheostomy care?

Accepted Answer

Yes, managing and replacing Foley’s catheter, Ryle’s tube, and tracheostomy care falls under the nurse’s medical responsibilities.

Question 3

Will the nurse feed the patient, bathe them, or change their clothes?

Accepted Answer

No, these are primarily the responsibilities of a Caregiver (GDA). The nurse may only assist in exceptional cases if necessary.

Question 4

Will the nurse change the diaper or clean urine/stool?

Accepted Answer

No, changing diapers or emptying the urine bag is part of a Caregiver’s duties. Nurses do not perform these tasks

Question 5

Will the nurse help the patient with mobilization (movement)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the patient is not completely immobile, the nurse can assist with limited mobilization, such as transferring from bed to wheelchair, helping with garden walks, or assisting to the bathroom.

Question 6

Will the nurse cook food or clean the patient’s room?

Accepted Answer

No, a nurse’s role is limited to medical care of the patient. Cooking, room cleaning, doing dishes, or washing clothes is not part of their responsibility.

Question 7

Will the nurse manage the patient’s food or wash clothes?

Accepted Answer

No, managing meals may be done in exceptional situations, but washing clothes or handling household chores is outside the nurse’s professional scope. These are the user’s responsibilities.

Question 8

If the service is booked for more than 12 hours, is the user required to provide food for the nurse?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the nurse is hired for more than 12 hours, the user must provide food and accommodation.

Question 9

In 24- hour service, is it mandatory to provide 7–8 hours of sleep/rest to the nurse?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in 24-hour services, the nurse must be given uninterrupted 7–8 hours of rest/sleep to ensure proper efficiency and recovery.

Question 10

Will the nurse bathe the patient?

Accepted Answer

No, complete bathing (body wash) and personal hygiene are the responsibility of the Caregiver. The nurse may assist only in limited ways when required.

Question 11

Will the nurse provide physiotherapy?

Accepted Answer

No, physiotherapy is a specialized service offered only by trained physiotherapists. The nurse may assist the physiotherapist if needed but will not perform therapy directly.

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