Incontinence skin solution could be as simple as A-C-T
By
Kimberly Marselas
Dec 05, 2018
Incontinence-associated dermatitis remains an important practice concern, and time-strapped clinicians need to do a better job of adopting available treatment guidelines.
Ask The Treatment Expert: What interventions to prevent pressure injuries should be communicated to CNAs?
By
Jeri Lundgren
Dec 05, 2018
Preventive programs start with a risk assessment and the development of the plan of care. At a minimum, you should communicate the following to the nursing assistants.
Stronger stroke-heart attack link found
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
Having a heart attack increases the risk of stroke more than previously believed, according to new study results.
Dedicated dementia units in SNFs desirable, Harvard says
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
Harvard Medical School researchers are urging nursing homes to spread the use of dedicated dementia care units, and they they have the numbers to back up their push.
Ask The Care Expert: What are VPDs?
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Dec 05, 2018
Our new medical director keeps referring to VPD’s when we bring up vaccines. I don’t feel comfortable asking too much, so can you help clear up what he’s referring to?
60 Seconds with … Jill Schumann
By
Elizabeth Newman
Dec 04, 2018
Q: What should providers know about trauma-informed care? A: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is asking for policies that are “culturally competent and trauma-informed” by Nov. 2019. Given...
Moody blues? Join a choir, new study says
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 04, 2018
Participating in community choirs can help to reduce loneliness and boost seniors’ interest in life, according to University of California San Francisco researchers. Over a three-year period, investigators...