Hospice News
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a memo to accreditation bodies and state agencies advising surveyors to watch out for potential hospice fraud. The memo directs surveyors to refer issues to CMS if they suspect fraudulent activity. These actions were spurred by a rash of fraudulent hospices that have emerged primarily in California, Texas, Nevada and Arizona.
GeriPal
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Summary Transcript CME Summary Falls are very common among older adults but often go unreported or untreated by healthcare providers. There may be lots of reasons behind this. Patients may feel like falls are just part of normal aging. Providers may feel a sense of nihilism, that there just isn’t anything they can do to decrease the risk of falling.
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Hospice News
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
WTWH Healthcare is accepting submissions through Nov. 30 for the inaugural Prism Awards , honoring individuals and organizations that have demonstrated exemplary achievements in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB); Environmental Sustainability; and Social Stewardship. The following industries are eligible for the inaugural Prism Awards: Behavioral Health Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) Home Health & Home Care Home Medical Equipment (HME) Hospice & Palliative
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, nurses require effective tools to enhance connections between patients and providers. Ensuring accurate medication administration and that every voice is heard can improve patient outcomes. With this in mind, we highlight five essential tools: Patient Communication Boards, Red Medical Warning Dog Tags, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Medication Reconciliation Forms, and Interpreter Services.
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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.
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
When new nurse practitioners graduate from school, they’re ready to hit the ground running and find jobs in their respective areas of specialization. It’s an exciting time when an NP can finally strut their stuff and work as the medical providers they’ve trained to become. We find NPs in acute care, family practice, cardiology , neurology, and all clinical settings.
Nurse Nacole
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Category: Critical Care Nursing Hemorrhagic shock results from a rapid reduction in intravascular blood volume. Hemorrhage generally causes an increase in the strength of cardiac contraction and heart rate, followed by baroreceptor activation and peripheral vasoconstriction.
Hospice Promise
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
This testimonial truly touched our heart, and we wanted to share it in honor of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Hospice care for your loved ones truly makes a difference. We put our patients first, and ensure that they receive the utmost love and care. Our promise to you. The post A Testimonial That Touches Our Heart appeared first on Hospice Promise.
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