As long-term caregivers wind down winter and its accompanying illnesses, a new review indicates that hand washing and zinc might help prevent the common cold.
New RNs trending more to nursing homes, expert says
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Newly licensed registered nurses are less likely to work in hospitals and more likely to be hired in a nursing home, says a new analysis in the American Journal of Nursing.
Ask the treatment expert … about wound healing principles
By
Rosalyn Jordan, RN, BSN, MSc, CWOCN, WCC
Mar 01, 2014
I am a registered nurse and very interested in wound care. I understand that there are some general “wound healing principles.” Can you explain?
Non-white residents face skin issues too
By
John O'Connor
Mar 01, 2014
While people of color appear less likely to develop skin conditions such as foot ulcers and cancers, they are far from immune, experts insist. A new study provides recommendations for the prevention and...
Metabolic molecule impedes wound healing, study finds
By
John O'Connor
Mar 01, 2014
Poor wound healing can lead to amputations, or worse. New findings have helped unearth what happens to tiny blood vessels in the body to slow wound healing in diabetics.
Ask the care expert … about interpretive guidance
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Mar 01, 2014
I heard there was communication to surveyors on being required to cite the regulation and not the interpretive guidance. Where can I find this?
Cranberry capsules might prevent UTIs
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Female long-term care residents at a high risk for urinary tract infections who took cranberry capsules twice a day substantially lowered their risk, according to a new study.
Hospitalized seniors likely to need family help, study finds
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Nearly half of hospitalized seniors facing a major treatment decision require help from family members, a new study finds.
60 seconds with … NIC’s Robert Kramer
Mar 01, 2014
Q: How did senior housing perform in the last quarter of 2013?
A: The numbers overall were good, in terms of continued recovery and strength of market fundamentals. In particular, occupancy was up again,...
Guidance identifies clothing choices for infection control
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 01, 2014
Healthcare professionals should consider a “bare below the elbows” approach of short-sleeved tops and foregoing a wristwatch, jewelry or ties, according to guidance released in late January...