The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new type of sacral neuromodulator for patients suffering from overactive bladder, urinary retention and fecal incontinence.
Caution urged with hyaluronic acid use
By
Kimberly Marselas
Apr 04, 2019
A small study has found inflammatory lesions worsen with the use of topical hyaluronic acid, and the solution can cause wound deterioration in residents with conditions such as scleroderma.
Paraplegic residents require more help to prevent wounds
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Kimberly Marselas
Apr 04, 2019
Skilled nursing residents with paraplegia are more likely to develop pressure ulcers than their quadriplegic counterparts, according to a new study whose authors say providers should pay better attention...
Powerful bandage delivers shocking new study results
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jan 04, 2019
A new wound dressing uses a patient’s body movement to create gentle electrical pulses that stimulate healing.
New advanced wound care credential touts better skills
By
Kimberly Marselas
Nov 11, 2019
The National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy has launched its first professional credential recognizing expertise in advanced wound care. The Advanced Wound Care Certified, or AWCC, credential confirms...
Providers may be missing, or not recording, IAD diagnoses
By
Kimberly Marselas
Sep 06, 2019
A large study examining the prevalence of incontinence-associated dermatitis has found long-term care facilities report much lower rates of the skin-eroding condition. A study of more than 56,000 patient...
60 Seconds with Ellen Ernst Kossek, Ph.D.
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Elizabeth Newman
Jun 07, 2019
Q: Based on your research, what are some of the challenges with how facilities apply worker scheduling? A:The culture of nursing homes is we care for families or elders, and sometimes employees get left...
Ask the Payment Expert? Why am I not receiving incentive payments for FY 2019?
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Patricia Boyer
Nov 02, 2018
Why am I not receiving incentive payments for FY 2019 SNF Quality Reporting Program (QRP) and Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) are separate, but related, programs. QRP is required by the IMPACT ACT to collect...
Ask The Treatment Expert: What interventions to prevent pressure injuries should be communicated to CNAs?
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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.
Poor sleep and diabetes are linked to slow wound healing
By
Elizabeth Newman
Oct 19, 2018
The latest research indicates that those with type 2 diabetes and a lack of sleep likely have bodies with weaker immune systems, making them more vulnerable to infections and a slower wound healing process.