Your 89-year-old home health patient, Boyd, is able to toilet himself, dress himself, and make himself microwavable food upon discharge from the hospital. You emphasize to Boyd's wife the importance of allowing Boyd to complete these tasks himself, but she keeps hovering over him and doing things for him. What do you expect Boyd's condition to be when he returns for a follow-up visit in two weeks?

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Boyd's ability to complete toileting, dressing, and microwave meal preparation will have declined. Family members who want to be helpful have good intentions. But by helping, they often interfere with a patient's ability to maintain skills regained in therapy.

Your 89-Year-Old Home Health Patient, Boyd, Is Able to Toilet