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How to Find the Home Visits Doctors in Dubai
How to find the home visits doctors in Dubai
By Team ArabiaMD
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What Happens at a Home Visit?
Medical Assessment
- A phone call may be made to assess the urgency of the situation
- Doctor will determine if a home visit is appropriate
- Inquire about necessary equipment to bring
- Travel time considered in deciding if a home visit is suitable
- Patient may be advised to call for emergency ambulance if needed
- Phone call may be sufficient for providing advice in certain cases, such as low blood sugar in diabetics
Physical Examinations
- Medical practitioners have technology to perform full physical examinations at home
- Assessments can include EKGs/ECGs, blood tests, urine testing, blood pressure, temperature, heart rhythm, and rate
- Most home visits fall within the scope of a family doctor or general practitioner
Treatment Administration
- Various treatments can be administered at home, such as oxygen therapy, home nebulizers, medication courses, and minor injury management
- For complex treatments or investigations, a visit to a hospital or clinical facility may be necessary
- Attending physician can arrange for the visit to a hospital or clinical facility
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