GeriPal

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Summary Transcript CME Summary Denial. Substance use. Venting. Positive reframing. Humor. Acceptance. All of these are ways we cope with stressful situations. Some we may consider healthy or unhealthy coping strategies, but are they really that easy to categorize? Isn’t it more important to ask whether a particular coping behavior is adaptive or not for a particular person,in a particular time or situation?

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The soon-to-be-implemented hospice Special Focus Program (SFP) from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) could produce misinformation that could interfere with access to care. The program, set to begin Jan. 1, 2025, could potentially lead patients away from quality providers and into the arms of bad actors in the space, according to Dr.

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Diversity Nursing

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Virtual Nursing has emerged as a groundbreaking innovation, leveraging technology to reimagine traditional Nursing practices. As healthcare systems face growing demands, virtual Nursing offers a hybrid model to optimize patient care. However, like any transformative change, it comes with its own set of advantages and challenges. Let’s explore the pros and cons of virtual Nursing to understand its role in healthcare.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Prolific health disparities have driven hospices to implement various strategies to improve diversity, equity and inclusion among underserved patient populations. Some providers say the needle has much farther to go toward equitable access. End-of-life care models have increasingly diversified to reach a broader range of patients with different beliefs, values and spiritual outlooks, according to Altonia Garrett, COO of Blue Ridge Hospice.

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AJN Off the Charts

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

This month’s cover photo shows a surgeon performing a total knee arthroplasty. See our “On the Cover” column for more. The December issue of AJN is now live. This month’s CE, “Evidence-Informed Nursing Clinical Practices for Wound Debridement,” provides nurses with a wound management framework, an overview of wound debridement options based on the potential for wound healing, and scope of practice considerations for developing a plan of care.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Oil and water. Cats and dogs. Compliance and quality. These pairs don’t exactly scream harmony. Historically, compliance has been seen as a box-checking, rule-following exercise, while quality has been about innovation, resident-centered care, and continuous improvement. However, in today’s healthcare landscape, particularly with the shift to value-based reimbursement, these two forces are proving they can not only coexist but thrive together.

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American In-Home Care

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Living with diabetic neuropathy often means daily discomfort and challenges. As caregivers, understanding how to support loved ones effectively is crucial. Our new blog post provides expert strategies for managing pain, ensuring proper foot care, and encouraging a healthier lifestyle. Read more here: Caring for a loved one with diabetic neuropathy can feel overwhelming, especially as you see them struggle with discomfort and daily challenges.

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Accessible Home Health Care

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is a condition that affects 38.4 million Americans; 29.2% of those individuals are above the age of 65. This makes it one of the more common chronic conditions that affects seniors. With the holidays upon us , it can feel daunting to adjust your food plans to fit your loved ones’ needs without denying others.

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Daily Nurse

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In a major move to improve maternal health, the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) announced a landmark grant from the CDC Foundation that will empower the organizations to strengthen nursing’s response to infectious diseases during pregnancy with a keen focus on addressing the alarming resurgence of congenital syphilis in the United States.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Nursing students need to memorize a lot of information to pass the tests they take, especially the NCLEX exam. All of this information can be hard to remember over time. Traditional ways of studying in college, like cramming, don’t work for the knowledge nurses need to recall on the job in years ahead. With the help of study resources, peer support, and good study methods, retaining information can be much easier than you think.

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Today's Caregiver

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

I am 30, I am 40, I am 60, I am over 80 years old, I am a caregiver. I am black, I am white, and I am culturally inclusive, I am a caregiver.

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Nurse Nacole

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Category: Critical Care Nursing A downward trend of the serum lactate concentration or upward trend of the base deficit, with correspondingly improving vital signs and urine output, reliably gauge the adequacy of resuscitation and prognosis in shock from any cause.

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Hospice Promise

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care Understanding the difference is key when making important decisions for loved ones facing serious illness. Palliative Care: Focuses on improving quality of life at any stage of illness Helps manage symptoms like pain, fatigue, and nausea Supports emotional, spiritual, & psychological well-being. Can be provided alongside curative treatments.

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