After awhile in this business, it’s easy to become skeptical of family members suing after a loved one dies. Many times, these relatives have no understanding of underlying health conditions — or...
America should talk about chronic pain
By
Penney Cowan
Oct 02, 2015
The America Starts Talking campaign is designed to provide information about naloxone, a potentially lifesaving medication that can be used in an opioid emergency.
The Maturity Continuum in QAPI
By
Tara Roberts
Sep 11, 2015
How could I improve upon what I feel is a very strong and effective method of teaching and achieving successful skin and wound care programs?
Tackling flu prevention
By
Ross Skadsberg
Sep 04, 2015
As cold and flu season approaches, remember that you have the power to prevent outbreaks in your community.
Piloting antimicrobial stewardship efforts in long-term care
Aug 19, 2015
Antimicrobial stewardship is a team effort, particularly in pediatric long-term care.
It’s not complicated
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Jul 14, 2015
I can’t stand TV shows that do a poor job of portraying nurses or the medical profession. Unfortunately, I just found another one. Let me save you from it.
Don’t let the bed bugs bite
By
Joelle Olson, Ph.D.
Jul 13, 2015
Bed bugs are unwelcome no matter where they take up residence.But in senior living communities, the tiny insects can cause big problems.
The pressure is on, Part 2
By
Tara Roberts
May 29, 2015
To follow up on my recent blog about CMS changing pressure ulcer quality measurements, I wanted to give advice on how to create a better wound care program.
‘Never discharge’: concept or reality?
By
Martie Moore
May 22, 2015
Recently, I found myself engaged in a rich discussion about the current state of healthcare reform. We were debating the pros and cons of accountable care organizations. I introduced the concept of “never...
The pressure is on, Part 1
By
Tara Roberts
May 20, 2015
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently released its annual series of Medicare payment-related proposed rules for long-term care post-acute settings, which includes skilled nursing facilities,...