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Hospice Provider BrightSpring Begins Trading on NASDAQ

Hospice News

BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. has begun trading on the NASDAQ under the stock symbol BTSG. BrightSpring is a home and community-based health care services platform that serves more than 400,000 patients daily. The company indicated its intent to go public in a Jan. 3 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, expecting a $1 billion initial public offering (IPO).

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Practicing Antiracism in Nursing with Actionable Allyship

Daily Nurse

Racism in nursing affects all of us—whether we have witnessed it, experienced it firsthand, or examined our own biases rooted in race. Likewise, confronting racism that is decades in the making requires collective action. In the summer of 2022, the American Nurses Association (ANA) unanimously voted “yes” to adopt the ANA Racial Reckoning Statement.

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Key Palliative Care Trends to Watch in 2024

Hospice News

Palliative care is an evolving field. Though long-established as a medical specialty, these health care services have yet to reach their full potential due to reimbursement pressures, poor awareness and staffing headwinds. However, in recent years palliative care has been gaining ground, as more payers, providers and patients begin to realize what these services can do for them in terms of reducing costs and improving outcomes.

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Understanding the Stages of Dementia

Caring Senior Service

As dementia progresses, it can be difficult and heartbreaking for a senior and their family. Since the disease attacks parts of the brain, symptoms will only get worse over time. However, it's important to understand how the disease progresses in order to provide the best care possible.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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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StateServe’s Delta Care Rx Acquisition Fueled by Hospice Cost Saving Potential

Hospice News

Durable medical equipment (DME) provider StateServ has acquired Delta Care Rx, a national hospice pharmaceutical benefits manager (PBM). Financial terms of the transaction were undisclosed. The acquisition is a move aimed at leveraging technology to improve quality, care delivery and operational efficiencies among hospice, palliative and post-acute care providers, according to Drew Mihaylo, founder, president and COO of Delta Care Rx.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals Before tracheal suctioning, continuous pulse oximetry, cardiac monitoring and continuous capnography, if available, should be initiated. Awake and alert patients should be sitting upright with their heads in a neutral position.

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Tylenol Side Effects in the Elderly

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

Introduction At Freedom Home Care , we understand the importance of informed medication use for senior citizens. This concise guide focuses on Tylenol, a common medication, and its side effects in the elderly. Understanding Tylenol Tylenol, or acetaminophen, is widely used for pain relief and fever reduction. However, its impact on the elderly requires special attention due to changes in their body’s drug metabolism.

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I think therefore I am? – Hospice Discharges

Palliverse

Photo by Katrina Beachy on Unsplash Discharge from a hospice is a good thing. It doesn’t happen often. Most people die under our care. Occasionally there will be some people who actually stabilise and even improve so much that they no longer require our care. Possibly one of their treatments has worked, and their illness has been controlled. We are not sure how long this stable period will last, but they should make the most of it.

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After Surgery Care Package for Seniors

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

Introduction Undergoing surgery can be a challenging experience, especially for seniors. In these times, a little gesture of care can go a long way in uplifting their spirits and aiding their recovery. At Freedom Home Care , we understand the importance of thoughtful gestures, and we’ve compiled a list of 10 ideal items to include in an after-surgery care package for seniors.

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