Sustainable Caregiving
JANUARY 16, 2022
“One should. be able to see things as hopeless and yet be determined to make them otherwise.” … Chained to Caregiving: Hope and the Hostage Read More ». The post Chained to Caregiving: Hope and the Hostage appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving™.
Diversity Nursing
JANUARY 21, 2022
Nurses have the first-hand experience needed to advocate for their patients, colleagues, and themselves. They can influence change in their workplace, communities, Nursing organizations, educational institutions, and with policymakers. Legislators are the experts in drafting laws and regulations, but they often rely on subject matter experts to inform them on changes that must be made.
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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
JANUARY 20, 2022
Renee Kinder. I was sitting in a training session today, sitting two rows from the back when a colleague says, “Do you ever consider the difference in personalities for those who sit in the front of the room versus the back?”. Perhaps there is a difference, as I observed during the day. Everyone up front is taking notes, asking questions, fully engaged.
Home With Help
JANUARY 19, 2022
As we age, it is important to consider where we will live and who will take care of us. There are quite a few senior living options. They vary in cost and may not be available everywhere. So, we each have to choose what fits our situation and budget best. Here is a list of senior living options that we often hear about. Aging in Place. When a senior or elderly person lives in their own home, this is called aging in place.
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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.
Nurse Keith's Digital Doorway
JANUARY 18, 2022
Are you a nurse who sometimes beats herself up because you've focused so much on your specialty practice area that you've lost touch with other aspects of nursing? Are you highly skilled at reading ECGs but couldn't interpret an ABG (arterial blood gas) if your life depended on it? Are you a nurse business owner completely removed from the clinical world?
Home Sweet Home In-Home Care
JANUARY 18, 2022
Happiness and health go hand in hand. It has taken nearly 80 years and a variety of research studies to produce the result: a good genetic makeup and wealth really have very little to do with living a long and happy life. The Harvard Study of Adult Development launched in 1938, looking into the lives of high-profile participants such as Ben Bradlee and John F.
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Adobe Hospice & Home Health
JANUARY 17, 2022
There are a lot of things to take into consideration when considering hospice for yourself or for someone you love. In our previous blog post, we discussed the important topic of who pays for hospice. Now, we want to talk about who makes up the hospice care team. Abode Hospice uses an interdisciplinary approach to care. This means all members of the team work together to determine the best plan of.
1-800-HOSPICE
JANUARY 18, 2022
More and more people are choosing to die at home. Since the healthcare system first started keeping track of this in the 70s, most people died in hospitals. However, by 2017, home surpassed hospitals, nursing homes, and every other place as the most common place of death. This shift represents more patients having their preferences met, higher satisfaction with care , and higher quality of death.
Hospice Nurse Hero
JANUARY 18, 2022
This post may contain affiliate links. I will make a small commission if you make a purchase through one of these links, at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosur e for more information. Nurses provide emotional, physical, and psychological care to patients every day. However, these interactions put them at risk for crossing the lines of professional boundaries in nursing.
Happy Healthy Caregiver
JANUARY 18, 2022
According to the Cleveland Clinic, about 5% of the US population experiences seasonal depression (known as Seasonal Effectiveness Disorder or SAD), and 10-20% experience what they call the winter blues. Winter is my least favorite season and yet I know it’s an important part of our natural cycle and that it doesn’t last forever. Like […].
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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.
Pallimed
JANUARY 17, 2022
by Christian Sinclair ( @ctsinclair ) There are many difficult situations we encounter in palliative care and hospice. Our training and experience equip us with words and skills to explore emotion-inducing topics. Yet there are still moments many clinicians can be caught speechless, and one of those is when we encounter racist language in the midst of our work.
Traditions Health
JANUARY 17, 2022
Caring for someone who is ill is not easy to do alone. It is important to seek professional care and support for your loved one if they have been diagnosed with a terminal illness. This can free you and your family from the burden of caring for your loved one so that you can spend a meaningful and memorable time with your loved one. Hospice care provides support for individuals who have been diagnosed with a serious and terminal illness as well as their families.
Living With Hospice
JANUARY 16, 2022
In this episode of Living With Hospice, we discuss one of the most misunderstood medical conditions that hospice patients face, Terminal Agitation. Also known as End of Life Restlessness, this phenomenon is sometimes difficult for caregivers to understand and process through. Mitch helps us understand what this phase of dying looks like and explains some other conditions that mimic this issue.
HomeTouch
JANUARY 19, 2022
As our loved ones get older you may find them complaining about new discomfort that have limited their activity. You may even have noticed the increased difficulty they are facing yourself. There are many home modifications for the elderly that can help making a home more comfortable and safe. We take a look at some … Continue reading "Home Modification Ideas for The Elderly".
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Healthcare Law Insights podcast
JANUARY 19, 2022
Providing hospice care to vulnerable individuals can embroil hospices in a variety of unwanted situations. The emotions surrounding the death of a loved one can cause families and caregivers to question the kind of care provided. These sensitive circumstances can also lead to disputes between family members, or between the family and other providers or facilities, with the hospice often stuck in the middle.
HomeTouch
JANUARY 18, 2022
Just like any big decision, this requires time, effort, and research. This article will help you take the first steps in interviewing live in carers. We will tell you what aspects of a live in carer matter during the first meeting with them and which of these will have an impact on their time with … Continue reading "How Should I Interview Live-in Carers?".
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