Hospice News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

This episode features a discussion about the ways that pervasive experiences of domestic violence, abuse and trauma affect hospice and palliative care patients. Hospice News Reporter Holly Vossel speaks with Carole Fisher, president of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), and Dr. Cameron Muir, chief innovation officer at NPHI, about the different ways hospices can shape their trauma-informed care delivery approaches.

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Daily Nurse

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Sarah Cazenave is a BSN, RN, and CCRN who works in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Children’s Hospital New Orleans (CHNOLA). She takes care of the most critical cardiac patients at the hospital. Her cousin, Brooks, was born with only half of a functioning heart and had to undergo a staged surgical plan of 3 surgeries at CHNOLA. The care he received inspired Cazenave to become a Cardiac ICU nurse at the same hospital.

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Hospice News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Hospice of Cincinnati Unveils New Hospital-Based Inpatient Unit Hospice of Cincinnati has opened a new inpatient unit at The Christ Hospital. The hospital is located in Mt. Auburn, Ohio, with the new inpatient hospice unit featuring 10 patient beds, a chapel and a family gathering space. The inpatient center will allow for smoother transitions to hospice care among eligible hospitalized and emergency patients, as well as home- and community-based referrals, according to Gayle Mattson, president

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Chicago Caregiving

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

When abusive parents need caregiving, adult children often face a difficult decision. A contract often exists between parents and children, whether spoken or not: Parents protect and care for their child when the child is most vulnerable, and in return, the child as an adult cares for their parents in their old age. But what happens when parents break that contract by abusing or neglecting their child?

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Hospice News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Want to read more palliative care-focused content like this? Subscribe to Palliative Care News today ! Bicultural and bilingual palliative patient navigator interventions may be a key to improving access to goal concordant care among Hispanic populations with serious illness, according to recent research. Researchers in a recent clinical trial sought to address whether integration of bilingual patient navigation interventions could improve palliative care outcomes in Hispanic patients with seri

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Living Assistance Services

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If you help care for an aging parent, you probably spend a significant amount of time thinking about their needs, comfort and overall.

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Home With Help

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

As our loved ones age, initiating conversations about their care can be challenging yet crucial. Supported care for aging loved ones is inevitable. Effective communication lays the foundation for a harmonious transition into the next phase of life. Understanding how to maneuver around this difficult discussion can be challenging for all parties involved: the elderly, the family members, and the caretakers.

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Elder Care Matters

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Reverse Mortgage Myths and Facts There are a lot of myths about what a reverse mortgage is and what it actually does. In this article you will be provided with the facts about a reverse mortgage loan and how it can benefit you. Myth: You immediately sign over ownership to your home. Fact: You retain title to… The post Reverse Mortgage Myths and Facts appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Accessible Home Health Care

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

When your loved one reaches the point where a professional caregiver is needed, that person becomes an extension of your family. Without their loving care, your senior wouldn’t be able to live their life to the fullest. Caregivers are there day and night to ensure your loved one remains safe, healthy, and happy. So, it means a lot for caregivers to know how big of an impact they are making by showing appreciation.

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Traditions Health

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Nashville, TN – Traditions Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Todd Scott to vice president of finance and controller. “Todd has been an indispensable member of our team, consistently demonstrating his leadership and culture of service,” said John Kerndl, chief financial officer. “Todd’s contributions have been vital as we continue to establish ourselves as the post-acute care provider of choice.

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Nurse Nacole

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Category: Fundamentals The dyspnea from a larger pleural effusion is typically the result of impaired chest wall and diaphragm movement. Chest pain may be dull and aching from the effusion itself or pleuritic from localized irritation of the parietal pleura.

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Healthcare Law Insights podcast

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Five years ago, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) initiated audits of 13 hospices and published its findings in 13 separate reports. It appears that the OIG is at it again, as multiple hospices recently have received “engagement letters” from the OIG with directions to produce medical records for 100 randomly selected claims.

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