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(Z74.1) Need for assistance with personal care
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228 357 in individuals diagnosis need for assistance with personal care confirmed
Diagnosis need for assistance with personal care is diagnosed Women are 20.96% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis need for assistance with personal care
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis need for assistance with personal care
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease need for assistance with personal care - Men and Women aged 85-89
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-24, 30-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-19, 25-29Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 20-24
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-95+
Disease Features need for assistance with personal care
Absence or low individual and public risk
Need for assistance with personal care - what does this mean
Need for assistance with personal care is a condition that can occur as a result of a variety of underlying medical issues, such as stroke, dementia, physical disabilities, or neurological disorders. it is characterized by an inability to perform basic activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and eating, and requires the assistance of a caregiver to ensure safety and wellbeing.
What happens during the disease - need for assistance with personal care
Need for assistance with personal care is a condition in which a person is unable to independently perform activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and eating. this condition can arise from a variety of causes, including physical or cognitive impairments, environmental factors, or a combination of these. physical impairments can include conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injury, arthritis, or muscular dystrophy. cognitive impairments can include dementia, alzheimer's disease, or traumatic brain injury. environmental factors can include lack of access to necessary equipment, lack of access to necessary services, or lack of support from family or friends.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Conduct a physical examination
- Order laboratory tests
- Order imaging tests
- Review the patient's medical history
- Conduct a psychological assessment
- Conduct a functional capacity evaluation
- Conduct a cognitive assessment
- Perform a functional assessment
- Review the patient's medications
- Discuss the patient's lifestyle and habits
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To provide assistance with personal care
- Assist with bathing and grooming
- Help with dressing and undressing
- Assist with toileting and continence care
- Help with eating and drinking
- Assist with mobility and transfers
- Provide guidance on personal hygiene
- Assist with medication and health care
- Provide companionship and emotional support
68 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Need for assistance with personal care - Prevention
The best way to prevent the need for assistance with personal care is to maintain a healthy lifestyle. this includes eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, getting adequate sleep, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, it is important to stay up-to-date with recommended vaccinations and screenings, and to practice good hygiene habits such as washing hands frequently and avoiding contact with those who are ill.