Elder Care Matters
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Discover the top legal documents every senior should have in place, from wills and trusts to healthcare directives and powers of attorney. This comprehensive guide ensures seniors are well-prepared for the future. The post Top Legal Documents Every Senior Should Have in Place appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.
Hospice News
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Today’s hospice executives are entering the field with change in mind for improved quality. But concerns have mounted around sustainable growth strategies that will keep pace with rising demand amid myriad challenges in end-of-life care delivery. Hospice News spoke with c-suite executives who have recently stepped into their roles to learn more about what led them to the space and their top priorities.
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GeriPal
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Summary Transcript CME Summary Cannabis is complicated. It can mean many things, including a specific type of plant, the chemicals in the plant, synthetic analogs, or products that have these components. The doses of the most widely discussed pharmacologically active ingredients, THC and CBD, vary by product, and the onset and bioavailability vary by how it is delivered.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
OCTOBER 24, 2024
During a recent visit to a skilled nursing facility, a nurse made an insightful comment that stuck with me: “You can’t unscramble eggs.” This simple yet profound statement highlighted the difficulty of trying to fix broken systems and processes after issues have already occurred, particularly when it comes to interdisciplinary teamwork. Fortunately, there’s a way to prevent this from happening in the first place: Root cause analysis (RCA).
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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.
Bayshore Care Home
OCTOBER 24, 2024
In the wake of a hurricane, we focus on immediate concerns—power outages, repairs, and general safety. But for those with aging parents, especially if you evacuated with them, these times. The post Post-Hurricane Reflection: Does Mom or Dad Need More Help? first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.
AJN Off the Charts
OCTOBER 24, 2024
This month’s cover photo shows a pediatric patient, Levi Drager, on ECMO at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. The photo was taken shortly after he became the hospital’s first pediatric patient to take steps while on ECMO. See our “On the Cover” column for more. The November issue of AJN is now live. This month’s CE, “Nursing Roles in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation,” discusses the multiple roles of ECMO nurses, the various ECMO delivery care models,
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Minority Nurse
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Nurses positively impact their patient outcomes and the healthcare system, and one way to enhance that impact is through advancing their nursing degrees. But often, one thing that holds nurses back is feeling overwhelmed with the options for degree advancement and knowing where to start. First, you must know whether you want to pursue an MSN or DNP degree.
Today's Caregiver
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Sung to The Addams Family theme music They creep around your house, Ask questions of your spouse, All your plans up they will louse, Your Visiting Family.
Nurse Nacole
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Category: Critical Care Nursing Ketamine may be given by multiple routes but is administered almost exclusively by the IV route in adults. After an IV dose of 1 to 2 mg/kg, a dissociative state results in approximately 1 minute, with duration of action of approximately 15 minutes.
Hospice Promise
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The grief that accompanies losing someone you love can be overwhelming. Grief is a natural response to loss, not an illness to be cured. You’re not alone in your journey, and we’re here to help. At Hospice Promise, we offer: On-Staff Chaplain: Spiritual guidance and support On-Staff Social Workers: Emotional support and counseling Assistance with Final Arrangements: Help with making arrangements for your loved one Resources & Referrals: Connect with local resources and organizati
Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer
Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.
Hospice News
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Changes to federal rules governing mergers and acquisitions could have sweeping effects on hospice and other health care transactions. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently finalized a rule that will implement changes to required pre-merger notification forms. Pursuant to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, parties to certain transactions must submit these documents to the FTC and other regulatory agencies to help identify and address potential antitrust concerns.
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