Antipsychotic reduction goal attainable, medical expert says
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McKnight's Staff
Oct 29, 2012
Providers still have two months left to achieve a reduction of 15% in off-label use of antipsychotics, a goal that is achievable, a top medical expert says.
RightCare co-founder honored by nurses
Dec 02, 2014
Kathryn Bowles, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, the co-founder of RightCare, has been designated as an “Edge Runner” by the American Academy of Nursing.
Florida forgoes money for community care
Jun 28, 2011
A legislative commission in Florida has voted against accepting federal funds that would help move patients from nursing homes to community care, The Palm Beach Post reported.
Editor’s desk: In a sea of issues, looking at what is most important
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 29, 2011
It was both flattering and intimidating. At the LeadingAge convention, someone asked me to state my hopes for the future of long-term care. What a thrill to be asked, but with all the possibilities, where...
Editor’s Desk: Tough times? It’s just a matter of perspective
Mar 01, 2010
I’m a big believer in the saying “Attitude determines altitude.”
Longer breaks between shifts help nurses recover better, study says
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Jun 18, 2015
Allowing nurses longer rest and recovery periods between shifts may improve their sleep, ability to work, and overall well-being, a new study says.
Doctors fail to expose incompetent peers, survey finds
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Haymarket Media
Dec 06, 2007
Doctors protect other doctors – even when they do wrong. That’s the conclusion of a study that found that nearly half of U.S. physicians do not report medical incompetence and mistakes by peers.
Company adds to swab product
May 25, 2016
PDI has launched its Prevantics® Device Swab Strip. The product expands on the existing Prevantics Device Swab by helping prevent central line associated bloodstream infections.
Reader poll: What are you known for in your workplace?
Mar 08, 2018
“I am known for letting the creative side of my brain take the driver’s seat and see what magic comes. My colleagues might say that I’m always talking about the stories and accomplishments...
OIG: Volunteer Medicare fraud patrols had declining recovery in 2011
By
McKnight's Staff
Jun 26, 2012
The success rate of Medicare’s volunteer force of fraud-detecting beneficiaries is declining, a government report finds.