Wake Forest University researchers reported they have successfully developed an “ink-jet” type device that can spray skin-cells directly onto humans. If successful, the device could dramatically...
How technology has changed our delivery of care
By
Sheri Peifer
Apr 13, 2010
Eskaton, a senior living company, has been integrating technology into its services over the last five years. Resident care has noticeably improved as a result.
Ask the treatment expert: Chux pads vs. disposable incontinent briefs with patients on a low-air-loss...
By
Donna Sardina
Mar 01, 2010
Donna Sardina, RN, MHA, WCC, President, Wound Care Education Institute
Clean up the waste: cost savings through cleaner facilities
By
Julie Williamson
Mar 01, 2010
Inefficient laundry and housekeeping operations can generate unnecessary expenses. Improving cleaning practices is just one way to find extra savings
4th Online Expo brings major topics to you
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 01, 2010
McKnight’s annual virtual meeting and trade show again will offer five free CEUs
Study confirms that Remedy products compatible
Feb 16, 2010
Medline Industries announced that its Remedy Skin Care products (Skin Repair Cream, Nutrashield and Calazime) are compatible with products using Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG). These Remedy products are...
Some caregiving moments are priceless
By
Liza Berger
Feb 09, 2010
Watching a resident jump out of an airplane. Seeing a resident die holding her loved ones. Improving the dining experience at a community. These are some of our readers’ most memorable moments. Read...
Ask the treatment expert: treating denuded skin around a flush stoma
By
Donna Sardina
Feb 01, 2010
Donna Sardina, RN, MHA, WCC, President, Wound Care Education Institute
Wii senior bowling league keeps competitive juices flowing
By
Liza Berger
Dec 18, 2009
A few years ago Joe Riccobene thought his days of playing sports were over. Now one of the winners of the National Senior League Wii bowling competition continues to bowl, golf and play tennis—virtually,...
Ask the treatment expert: coding suspected deep tissue injury (sDTI) pressure ulcers in the MDS 2.0
By
Donna Sardina
Sep 01, 2009
Donna Sardina, RN, MHA, WCC, President, Wound Care Education Institute