It is barely 10 hours and the thermometer already displays 21 degrees. Emile a 90 years and this heat makes it particularly vulnerable. Stive Croquet has been his nurse since 5 ans, It is in reinforced vigilance mode. “ It has a treatment that regulates its hydration, these are diuretics. And so, we prevent it from drinking too large at once because it can play on your mobility, the risk of falling are real“He explains.
The refreshment is then essential, a small shower is essential. It puts it in the fridge, it reduces its body temperature too and it really gives it relief. We also hydrate our skin because it is very fragile. We massage it, we do all the additional care as best as possible.”
No time to linger, the patient’s tour is linked. “”This is already my 8th patient of the day. There, we go to Irene, one of my oldest patients. Yes it’s very big days but we try to adapt as much.”
At Irene, 93 years old and permanently bedridden, Stive Croquet verifies that she is not dehydrated and he is really very caring, until her patient style. “Moi I take care of Irene as if it was my grandmother“, Smiles stive. Irene confirms”There is nothing better, I am very happy.“
A bond of trust that saves lives and relieves our elders during this scorching period.
