Hospice News

MARCH 4, 2024

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will end the hospice component of the value-based insurance design model (VBID) as of Dec. 31, 2024. Often called the “hospice carve-in,” the program was designed to test coverage of hospice care through Medicare Advantage, in addition to some coverage of palliative care and transitional care. The hospice component, which launched in 2021, is part of the larger VBID demonstration, which covers a wider breadth of the health care continuum and

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MARCH 4, 2024

The #HPMParty is returning to Phoenix during the 2024 AAHPM/HPNA meeting. We will be doing our traditional Pub Crawl, this time in the Roosevelt Row Arts District just north of the convention center. We’ll start our annual tour of local establishments at Luckys Indoor/Outdoor (817 N. 2nd Street) at 8pm on Thursday, March 21st (we moved it up from our traditional 9pm start to give a little extra time for those coming from the east coast.

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Hospice News

MARCH 4, 2024

In case you missed it, Hospice News has launched a new specialty publication for palliative care professionals. You can subscribe to Palliative Care News here: Subscribe today! With the palliative care space in a state of flux, some experts in the field see cause for optimism as well as real questions about what these services will look like, as well as the structures that support them.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 4, 2024

Pets are known worldwide to make our lives better. They’re natural, cuddly stress relievers that can improve cardiovascular health and decrease loneliness. That’s why it can be an excellent idea for nurses to adopt a pet of their own, especially if they’re experiencing anxiety, depression, or another mental health issue. If you’re thinking, “But what if I’m not an animal person?

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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Hospice News

MARCH 4, 2024

In case you missed it, Hospice News has launched a new specialty publication for palliative care professionals. You can subscribe to Palliative Care News here: Subscribe today! Providing education and fostering health literacy among the seriously ill, their families and surrogate decision makers is crucial to ensuring a positive patient experience in hospice care.

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Diversity Nursing

MARCH 4, 2024

Racial concordance signifies the connection between the racial or ethnic backgrounds of patients and their healthcare providers, showcasing its profound impact on patient care, communication, trust, and overall health outcomes. While racial concordance in Nursing offers various benefits, it's important to recognize it's not always feasible or practical to match every patient with a Nurse of the same racial or ethnic background.

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American In-Home Care

MARCH 4, 2024

We’ve long known that good sleeping habits are vitally important for our physical and emotional health. Now, researchers have identified even more evidence to prioritize sleeping well: a link between deep sleep and dementia prevention. The study revealed that the likelihood of developing problems, such as difficulty with thinking and making decisions and impaired memory, increases by 27% with as little as a 1% reduction in deep sleep.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 4, 2024

In the vast and varied landscape of healthcare careers, long-term care is sometimes overlooked. However, this sector, which provides sustained assistance to individuals with chronic illnesses or disabilities, offers a unique and rewarding path for nurses. The field challenges nurses’ medical expertise and calls on their deepest reserves of empathy and understanding.

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Changing Lives Podcast

MARCH 4, 2024

A person’s reaction to death depends on a multitude of factors. While there is no right way to mourn the death of someone you know, there can be certain actions a person could take in an attempt to cope that could be harmful to themselves or those around them. On this week’s episode of Changing Lives, we’re going to go over negative coping strategies and why you would be best to avoid them.

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Nurse Nacole

MARCH 4, 2024

Category: Fundamentals A pneumothorax is caused by the presence of air in the pleural space and loss of the normal negative pressure. Air can enter the pleural space from outside of the chest wall as a result of a penetrating injury.

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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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