Hospice News

MARCH 20, 2025

Telehealth policies and program integrity concerns represent two of the leading regulatory issues on hospices radar this year. Regulatory changes and increasing oversight were the second-most cited concerns among nearly a quarter (21%) of 112 hospice professionals who participated in this years Outlook Survey by Hospice News and Homecare Homebase. Challenges around staffing and improved public awareness also topped the list of providers concerns.

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GeriPal

MARCH 20, 2025

Summary Transcript CME Summary Eric and Alex have featured discussions about complex bioethical concepts around caring for people at the end of life, including voluntarily stopping eating and drinking ( VSED ), and multiple episodes about the ethical issues surrounding medical aid in dying ( MAID ). Recently, discussion has emerged about how these issues intertwine in caring for patients with advancing dementia who have stated that they would not want to continue living in that condition: for th

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HopeHealth

MARCH 20, 2025

Over time, the stress of caregiving can lead to a more serious problem: burnout. If you have a caregiver in your life, heres what to watch for. The post Caring for the caregiver: 10 signs of caregiver burnout appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Diversity Nursing

MARCH 20, 2025

As the healthcare sector continues to progress, the need for highly skilled Nursing professionals is more evident than ever. Pursuing further education in Nursing not only improves patient care but also provides opportunities for leadership positions, specialized practice, and increased compensation. For those contemplating an advanced Nursing degree, understanding the advantages and available pathways is needed for making an informed decision.

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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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Daily Nurse

MARCH 20, 2025

Congratulations on passing the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification exam through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). This is a significant milestone and a key step in the transition from student to practicing FNP. After passing the FNP certification exam, many wonder about the next steps.

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Traditions Health

MARCH 20, 2025

Charles Chuck Harger doesnt have a history as an official volunteer. Before he retired, he worked in the steel industry in Youngstown, Ohio. His wife, Kay, whom he met in first grade and started dating in high school, was a teacher. Together, the couple raised three kids there, all of whom Harger coached in baseball, soccer, and softball. Our lives were pretty busy with work and kids activities, he recalled.

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Nurse Nacole

MARCH 20, 2025

Category: Fundamentals Methylene blue in calcium channel blocker poisoning results in decreased production of cyclic guanosine monophosphate and inhibition of endothelial smooth muscle relaxation, causing an increase in systemic vascular resistance.

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Hospice News

MARCH 20, 2025

A proposed rule by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) could impede timely access to medications for hospice and palliative care patients, according to members of the hospice community. The DEA proposed a rule in the final days of the Biden administration that could change the game for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth, including some common hospice medications.

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