Unintended consequences of the pandemic: Skin woes
By
John Hall
Jul 01, 2020
PPE creates pressure injuries for caregivers, while handwashing may pose clinical risks for residents.
How to do it … Meds management during a pandemic
By
John Hall
Jun 01, 2020
You might have to go back to Hong Kong Flu in the 1970s to find a more chaotic period than our current pandemic days. But as the experts tell here, a dose of calm and teamwork can help tackle even the...
Pandemic transforms wound care market, raises demand
By
John Hall
Jun 01, 2020
New concerns about wound management, prices and disrupted supply chains force firms to alter routines.
COVID-19 alters usual ways of approaching infections
By
John Hall
Jun 01, 2020
From antibiotics to hand hygiene, clinical experts are rethinking the way they handle this new pathogen.
Bathing joins list of perilous chores in age of COVID-19
By
John Hall
May 01, 2020
Lack of PPE is complicating the task for caregivers, but relentless attention to cleaning surfaces will help.
COVID-19 pushes facility projects into deep freeze
By
John Hall
May 01, 2020
While many design firms are dealing with slowed sales and growth, certain furnishings remain high demand.
How to do it … Strategic dining decisions
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2020
Pleasant dining experiences are among the ones seniors hold onto most dearly. Yet too often not enough thought is given to minding the details. That’s where strategic dining decisions can be so critical....
Virtual reality emerges as a viable tool in rehab therapy
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2020
Increasingly prevalent technology shows promise with Parkinson’s, stroke and memory care patients.
IT checkup: Currency of data drives boundless innovation
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2020
From wearables to sensors, devices are harnessing information to improve care, quality of life and more.
How to do it … Greater EHR interoperability
By
John Hall
Mar 02, 2020
Experts discuss here how to ensure greater interoperability with electronic health records.