Machine shines a light on wound and trauma detection
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jul 06, 2017
Using lights of varying wavelengths could help clinicians assess tissue damage with greater accuracy.
New trial backs enzymatic debridement
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jul 06, 2017
Researchers have confirmed the use of clostridial collagenase ointment in enzymatic debridement can help treat hard-to-heal diabetic foot ulcers.
Vendors helping nudge HR operations away from paper
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2017
For all the push for providers to move to electronic health records, the process of hiring and onboarding employees still often requires paper.
APM paradise found
By
Gary Tetz
Jul 06, 2017
Everyone’s talking about Alternative Payment Models (APMs) these days. Providers. Consultants. Cab drivers. Baristas. Everyone.
Where are they now? Asbury Communities
Jul 06, 2017
The five years since Maryland-based Asbury Communities won a Silver Award in the McKnight’s Technology Awards Program for its use of electronic health records software has meant more acceptance by...
Ask The Care Expert about … antibiograms
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Sherrie Dornberger
Jul 06, 2017
We’re starting an antibiotic stewardship program at our facility and I was told that as the head nurse, I should be using our “antibiogram.” I am not familiar with this — can you help?
Take families’ observations seriously, researchers urge
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Jul 06, 2017
Skilled nursing residents’ family members may be the key to helping reduce unnecessary hospital admissions, according to a recent study.
Program cut CAUTIs by 54%, study finds
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Jul 06, 2017
A safety-focused program for skilled nursing facilities helped reduce the rate of catheter associated urinary tract infections by 54%.
Profile: Amanda Kistler
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2017
Amanda Kistler is embarrassed to admit what first spiked her interest in nursing, but it’s a story as charming as she is.
Family wins camera case
By
James M. Berklan
Jul 06, 2017
The Minnesota Department of Health ruled against a provider recently in a closely watched case involving a surveillance camera in a resident room.