Hospice News

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Program integrity issues that have heated up in the hospice space during the past five years reached a boiling point in 2023. Hospice providers have seen an array of increased regulatory oversight in 2023. That momentum has been fueled by two main concerns among regulators — risks of patient safety and evidence of malfeasance in the space. Hospice News sat down with providers, advocacy groups, legal experts and other stakeholders to uncover the most significant hospice regulatory trends from thi

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Together for Short Lives

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A new resource is supporting new and soon-to-parents through the complex and unique environment of a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The Palliative Care Information for Parents, which we’ve made together with charity Bliss, is being piloted in NICUs and children’s hospices with specialist antenatal and neonatal services across the country. The post Helping parents navigate Neonatal Intensive Care Units appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The needs of today’s seriously ill patients necessitates the development of new, longitudinal care models that integrate the patient-centered principles of hospice and palliative care, Dr. Darren Schulte, CEO of VyncaCare, told Hospice News. Vynca launched as an advance care planning technology platform and expanded into the palliative care provider space through its 2021 acquisition of California-based Resolution Care.

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Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 12, 2023

On the heels of a study finding 100% of New York State hospitals reporting unmitigable nursing shortages , Queens-based Plaza College was awarded a prestigious national accreditation for its Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program. The Plaza College School of Nursing received formal accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), recognized by the U.S.

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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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Hospice News

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The nation’s annual health care spend reached $4.5 trillion in 2022, a 4.15 increase, compared to 3.1% the prior year. The percentages may indicate a step towards normalization after the pandemic years. In 2020, the growth rate was 10.6%, according to a report published in Health Affairs. The report did not contain hospice-specific data. “In 2022, strong Medicaid and private health insurance spending growth, including a turnaround in the net cost of insurance, was somewhat offset by continued de

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Responsive Home Care

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The countdown is on to the new year, and this means only one thing: deciding on a resolution you can make that you’ll actually be empowered to keep. How about setting a goal that will help both you and someone you love live healthier and feel happier? It starts with knowing effective exercise tips to […] The post The Ins and Outs of Senior Exercise appeared first on Responsive Home Care.

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Home Sweet Home In-Home Care

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Reality orientation can help loved ones with dementia through confusion. Have you ever woken up from a dream and had to ask yourself if it was real? It can be so jarring until you wake up and take in your familiar surroundings. An experience like this gives you just a brief glimpse into the ongoing disorientation for a person with dementia. When confusion about place, time, and even identity settle in for someone you love, you have two options for responding: either orienting them to your realit

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The Nurse Break

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Embark on Dr. Penny Sweeting’s transformative journey from emergency nursing to academic leadership at Charles Darwin University. Discover strategies for building trust, navigating leadership, insights into inpatient safety research, and the art of fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Explore the essential qualities for leadership in higher education and healthcare.

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Nurse Nacole

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Category: Fundamentals Etomidate is an ultrashort-acting nonbarbiturate hypnotic agent that has been used as an anesthesia induction agent in the United States since 1983. A significant benefit of etomidate in the emergency setting is its lack of cardiodepressant effects.

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Accessible Home Health Care

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for many seniors, it can also be a time of increased loneliness and isolation. As families gather and festivities abound, some seniors might find themselves grappling with feelings of solitude. Understanding the causes of this loneliness and offering support can make a significant difference in brightening their holiday season.

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