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Making every word count: The role of AAC in LTC

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

Consider the case of a resident recovering from a traumatic brain injury and temporarily reliant on a ventilator. This collaborative evaluation ensures that the chosen AAC system is functional, accessible, and contextually appropriate. Meanwhile, PTs can assist with posture and mobility to optimize device usage during therapy sessions.

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NHS staff need adequate RPE and they need it NOW

Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

The authors of this paper conclude: “Reducing contacts, always wearing well-fitted FFP2 respirators when indoors, using ventilation and other methods to reduce airborne virus concentrations, and avoiding situations with loud voices seem critical to limiting these latest waves of the COVID-19 pandemic.”.

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Brushing away the risk: The crucial role of daily toothbrushing in preventing hospital-acquired pneumonia

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

The article, titled “Daily Toothbrushing to Prevent Hospital — Acquired Pneumonia — Brushing Away the Risk,” emphasizes the significance of routine oral care in preventing hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP), a serious concern that affects both ventilated and non-ventilated patients.

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Mattoon-based Flight Nurses Honored for Saving Preterm Baby

Daily Nurse

Mattoon, Illinois-based flight nurses Kelly Hamill and Dakota Shadwell of the Air Evac Lifeteam are receiving nationwide recognition for using the new Bubble CPAP non-invasive ventilation equipment to save the life of a preterm baby born at about six months gestation, who weighed only two pounds. 5-8 in Washington.

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Checklist Prompters Support ICU Rounds

Daily Nurse

The evidence-based bundle includes various elements related to pain, agitation, delirium, ventilator care, and family engagement. Because ICU admissions often last multiple days, discussions often address the same patient over different days.

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Tips for Taking Care of a Confined Older Adult at Home

Caregiver Support Services

The room should be well-ventilated and at a comfortable temperature, typically between 68 and 74 degrees Fahrenheit. Learn the benefits and risks of bed rails for older adults to determine if this tool is right for your client. Keep essentials like water, tissues, and remote controls within easy reach to avoid unnecessary discomfort.

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Mount Sinai South Nassau Unveils State-of-the-Art Fennessy Family Emergency Department

Daily Nurse

What’s New: Facility Features That Put Patients First 54 private exam rooms for increased comfort and privacy Separate treatment areas for pediatric and behavioral health patients Bedside triage and streamlined workflows Three-bay trauma suite, expandable to six in mass casualty events djoining radiology bay for rapid diagnostics Advanced ventilation (..)