Percentage of patients who stay the same (don't get worse) at bathing
Most people value being able to take care of themselves. In some cases, it may take more time for you to bathe yourself than to have someone bathe you. But, it is important that home health care staff and informal caregivers encourage you to do as much as you can for yourself. Your home health staff will evaluate your need for, and teach you how to use any special devices or equipment that you may need to help you increase you ability to perform some activities without the assistance of another person.
This information comes from the Home Health Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) during the time period June 2002 - May 2003.
