Sat.Jan 27, 2024

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Fearless Caregiver Profile: Dr. Candace Williams

Today's Caregiver

Join us as we celebrate Fearless Caregivers, Dr. Candace Williams sharing her personal story as she cares for her loved ones.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals In adults, the suction catheter should be inserted only 10 to 15 cm, depending on the length of the tracheostomy tube. The goal of suctioning is to remove secretions only from the proximal airways.

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30 dying people explain what really matters

Palliverse

It’s unusual to read an article like this in the media. [link] I wonder how I would react to the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness?

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Tylenol Side Effects in the Elderly

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

Introduction At Freedom Home Care, we understand the importance of informed medication use for senior citizens. This concise guide focuses on Tylenol, a common medication, and its side effects in the elderly. Understanding Tylenol Tylenol, or acetaminophen, is widely used for pain relief and fever reduction. However, its impact on the elderly requires special attention due to changes in their body’s drug metabolism.

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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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I think therefore I am? – Blessing the Room

Palliverse

I had a conversation with our spiritual care advisor today about blessing the room after a patient has died. It would have to be done in a way that would be respectful of people’s belief systems, even if they have a non-belief. Why are we thinking of doing it? A chance for final closure. A way of saying goodbye. Rituals are important in life and this gives us something that we could do in a meaningful fashion.