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Fraudulent Hospices Reportedly Target Homeless People, Methadone Patients to Pad Census

Hospice News

Fraudulent hospices in California reportedly have been targeting homeless people and methadone patients, promising them a steady supply of opioids in exchange for enrolling in hospice. Three hospice leaders came forward to Hospice News to report these practices. According to their reports, unscrupulous providers have canvassed both homeless encampments and methadone clinics seeking to sign up patients who are not terminally ill.

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Is Long-Term Care Insurance Right for You? | Elder Care Matters Estate Planning Guide

Elder Care Matters

Discover whether long-term care insurance is the right choice for you. Learn how it can protect your assets and ensure quality care as part of your estate planning strategy. Explore more with Elder Care Matters. The post Is Long-Term Care Insurance Right for You? | Elder Care Matters Estate Planning Guide appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Hospices Facilities Launch, Renovate With Growth in Mind

Hospice News

Julia Hospice & Palliative Refuels De Novo Plans Pennsylvania-based Julia Hospice & Palliative (JHPC) has reignited plans to launch a de novo after experiencing pandemic-related setbacks. Dubbed Julia House, the facility will provide inpatient hospice and serve as an outpatient palliative care clinic. It will be the first hospice center in Erie County, Pennsylvania, the provider indicated.

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Collaborating on Staffing Guidelines

Daily Nurse

In a recent article published in AACN Advanced Critical Care , the collaborative efforts of L.A. County Department of Health Services (DHS) hospitals were highlighted as they worked together to develop unit-specific guidelines for staffing critically ill patients. The hospitals involved in this initiative, including Harbor UCLA, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Olive View Medical Center, and Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center, recognized the need for standardized staffing ratios when patients r

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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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Executive Shake-Ups at Interim HealthCare, Amedisys, Traditions Health

Hospice News

New President, COO at Interim HealthCare The Florida-headquartered home-based care franchise company Interim HealthCare has tapped Rexanne Domico as its new president and chief operating officer. In her new role, Domico will oversee regional field support teams, as well as the company’s Clinical Quality, Operations Excellence and Growth & Development divisions.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals Quinidine can cause gastrointestinal issues, namely nausea and diarrhea. At high doses, neurological side effects can occur. Heart block at the level of the sinus or AV node can also occur as can hypotension.

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Alzheimer’s Melody

Today's Caregiver

When I ask you, you deny it And in an effort to refute, You blame that little Pixie Of such questionable repute.

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