In nursing homes, bath time isn’t just a necessity. It can be one of the most enjoyable and relaxing times of the day for many residents. However, potential risks exist seemingly everywhere.
How to do it … Finding the best value in upgraded baths
By
John Hall
Mar 06, 2023
Experts offer advice on how to ensure both are getting the best value when it comes to upgrading or improving the bathing experience.
How to do it … Upgrade the resident bathing experience
By
John Hall
Sep 11, 2022
Nursing homes are understandably eager to return to normal. This includes enticing COVID-weary families back to places of comfort and excellent care. A natural place to begin is the bathing area.
Caregivers can help elders retain their dignity during intimate hygiene care, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 07, 2021
Clinicians can offer “moments of micro-competence,” giving palliative care patients a voice in how they receive care as their abilities decline, investigators say.
Simple walking test predicts elders’ functional abilities after heart attack
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 13, 2019
A brief walking assessment can predict which residents will have new limitations in bathing, dressing and other functions after a heart attack.
Hidden dangers: Protocols and best practices are needed to stave off bathing-acquired infections
By
John Hall
May 08, 2018
At the risk of sounding alarmist, your facility’s bath tubs and accessories such as lifts are likely going to make your residents sick — some experts say very sick. Unless, of course, you’re...
Inability to bathe may signal additional problems to come
By
Kimberly Marselas
May 08, 2015
Bathing disability is a “sentinel” event in the disabling process, one that deserves more attention as nurses and other long-term care staff seek to alleviate the associated emotional and physical...
Best Bath Systems introduces redesigned tub
Dec 16, 2014
Best Bath Systems has released a redesigned Escape Plus walk-in tub, the company announced. The model has a new curved door, control switches and faster drains.
Take a look in the mirror
By
Karen Craig, RN-C
Dec 10, 2014
I have worked in the aging profession for more than 21 years, have been a registered nurse for more than 40 years and will soon begin my (semi-) retirement. This has led me to do a lot of reflecting on...
Pressalit Care launches global website
Nov 11, 2014
Pressalit Care has recently launched its new global website with a modern design and easy navigation structure.