Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Telehealth utilization for palliative care during the last decade has been associated with improved quality of life, patient satisfaction and symptom management. But geographic and regulatory barriers pose hurdles to further evaluation of telehealth’s efficacy. This is according to a recent study analysis published in Cureus found. Researchers included palliative care professionals and educators at medical colleges and hospitals in India.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

No matter where you work—whether it’s a private practice, a hospital, a clinic, or a patient’s home—it’s important to ensure that your medical supplies are stored safely, securely, and well-organized. Proper storage is essential for preventing harm from hazardous supplies to you and your patients and for efficient and effective patient care, as you need to know exactly where every tool and medicine is located.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Two Maryland-based hospices, Hospice of Washington County and Gilchrist, have agreed to affiliate. The organizations, both nonprofits, indicated that the affiliation would enable their combined company to expand geographically and further extend their scope of services, while contributing to their financial strength, according to a press release. Together, they serve much of central and southern Maryland, as well as two counties in Pennsylvania.

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Happy Healthy Caregiver

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

A guest post written for Happy Healthy Caregiver by Dr. Ashwini Bapat Ever get that sinking feeling in your stomach when you think about having “the talk” with your parents? You know, the one about where they’ll live, how they want to be cared for, and their medical wishes as they age. It’s awkward, emotional, […] The post 5 Powerful Tips to kick off “the Talk” with Your Loved Ones appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Colorado-based Emmaus Catholic Hospice has seen both staffing and census volumes swell since launching nearly a year ago. This growth has come with recruitment and reimbursement challenges alongside significant opportunities to expand patient reach. The organization began as a home health agency and added a hospice segment in 2022, according to Vicki Owens, CEO of Emmaus Catholic Hospice, DBA under the nonprofit Dominican Home Health Agency.

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Elder Care Matters

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Creating a will is an essential step in estate planning. It ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Learn the key steps to drafting a will that honors your intentions and secures a smooth wealth transition. The post Creating a Will: Essential Steps to Ensure Your Wishes Are Honored in Estate Planning appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Nurse Nacole

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Category: Critical Care Nursing Succinylcholine has been associated with severe hyperkalemia when administered to patients with specific predisposing clinical conditions. The mechanism is related to receptor upregulation on the postsynaptic muscle membrane.

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Go Hire - HomeCare

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

What Recruiters Should Consider When Hiring People with Hearing Disabilities The workplace is constantly evolving, so recruitment strategies must evolve to meet the ever-changing needs and demands of the job market. In light of ongoing digital transformation, a previous post highlights recruiting automation strategies companies and organizations can utilize for more productive and efficient talent acquisition.

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