We have an incontinent resident who frequently has perineal skin breakdown. Would this be considered denuded skin, excoriated skin or should we stage it as a pressure ulcer?

Stephen McConnell, VP for advocacy and public policy, Alzheimer's Association

Sunrise Senior Living narrowly escaped being suspended from trading on the New York Stock Exchange by completing a re-filing of earnings results from 1996 through 2005 early Monday morning, the company said.

For the second year in a row, the average price paid per bed for skilled nursing facilities hit a new record in 2007. The average of $55,200 was 6% higher compared with the year before and 75% more than the notable low of 2003, according to analysis results from research firm Irving Levin Associates.

The new CodeWatch transmitter from RF Technologies gives residents wristwatch-like comfort. The small, lightweight device feels familiar and comfortable, which helps put residents at ease.

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Laundry services present an opportunity to increase resident satisfaction. For that reason alone, they're worth re-evaluating

Sherrie Dornberger, RNC, CDONA, FACDONA, President, NADONA