Experts offer guidance on how to convince family members, and residents themselves, that a facility’s resident safety systems are up to snuff.
How to do it… Wound care documentation
By
McKnight's Staff
Nov 01, 2010
A key facet of successfully treating wounds is documenting them appropriately, particularly when it comes hard-to-heal areas. Experts advise here how to put yourself in position for good outcomes—and...
How to do it… Integrating beds into design
By
McKnight's Staff
Dec 02, 2012
Beds are literally the biggest, and often most significant, item in a resident room. Consequently, integrating beds into room spaces requires a keen eye toward safety, utility and ambience — all in the...
How to do it… Information technology
By
McKnight's Staff
Mar 01, 2010
One of the biggest stories of the year in long-term care will be the conversion to the new minimum data set assessment tool.
How to do it… Wound care
By
McKnight's Staff
Nov 01, 2010
A key facet of successfully treating wounds is documenting them appropriately, particularly when it comes hard-to-heal areas.