Infectious Disease and Immunologic Disorders
When your body encounters a germ, its first line of defense is your immune system. The immune system defends people against germs and microorganisms, keeping our bodies healthy and preventing infections. In the very young, the elderly, and people suffering from medical conditions such as lung diseases, diabetes, cancer, kidney or heart problems, a compromised immune system can pose a serious risk.
Maxim’s homecare nurses realize that problems with the immune system can lead to illness and infection, requiring clinical care by a Physician or other healthcare professional. That is why we provide skilled medical care and daily living assistance to those affected by immunological disorders and/or infectious diseases.
Maxim provides a continuum of care that includes:
• Pneumonia
• Seasonal Influenza and H1N1
• AIDS/HIV
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Lupus
• Scleroderma
• Wound infection
• Special dietary procedures
• Medication management
• Implementing clinical care plans
• Coordinating home medical equipment, pharmacy, and supplies
• Assistance with daily activities
• Reinforcement of therapy goals/interventions
• Education of patient and family on medication and disease process
These are just a few of the many conditions that adversely affect our body’s immune system, requiring clinical care by a Physician or other healthcare professional. Maxim understands the challenges of immunological disorders and infectious diseases. While the causes and symptoms can vary greatly, disorders of the immune system can consist of immunodeficiency disorders (primary or acquired), autoimmune disorders, allergic disorders, or cancers of the immune system. If you or a loved one requires medical or daily living assistance as a result of a immunological disorder or infectious disease, Maxim Healthcare Services can help. From treatment and supportive care to reduce the frequency of infections, to preventing complications and acute infections from becoming chronic, Maxim’s highly trained team of healthcare professionals offers you or your loved one the highest quality of care and assistance needed at home.
For more information on services available in your area, contact Maxim Healthcare Services today.
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