QQ-3455. Mr Bob Dawson- Nursing – Neha Banu – Left Knee Injury
Ms Marcia Devonport
West End Physiotherapy Centre
62-Vulture Street
West End
Brisbane
23 May 2008
Dear Physiotherapist,
Re:Bob Dawson, DOB:25 September 1924
I am writing on behalf of Mrs Elizabeth, wife of Mr Bob Dawson, who has been recuperating from knee injury. He requires further assistance and support at your facility.
Mr Dawson has had a fall while climbing the stairs. On observation, he has been found to be badly grazed to a left knee. Based on this, GP has been advises to Blue Nursing Home Care Agency for his wound dressing and assistance in showering. As a result, his mobility has been improved and no sings of infection have been noticed. However, he has had complain of usual aches and pains.
Pertaining to his medical history, he has had cerebro vascular accident 4 years ago and has been experiencing left side residual weakness,slight speech and balance impairment.
On today's report, knee healing well and has been advised to use walker or walking stick for mobility. In view of above circumstances, it would be greatly appreciated if you could assisst him in using walking aids in order to improve his mobility.
In case of additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely
Sonya Mattews
Registered Nurse
Blue Nursing Home Care Agency