Long-term care data is often unable to share, survey finds
Interoperability is improving in healthcare, but many providers are still struggling to connect with skilled nursing facilities, according to a survey released in late October.
Interoperability is improving in healthcare, but many providers are still struggling to connect with skilled nursing facilities, according to a survey released in late October.
A psychology researcher is arguing that the commonly used Activities of Daily Living questionnaire doesn’t go far enough in establishing true functional independence in older adults.
Skilled nursing providers and hospitals remain concerned a proposed budget amendment would add to staffing challenges.
Change management is both an art and a science. The science is selecting a method or process and committing to following it.
UCLA scientists have discovered a protein factor that helps a fibroblast cell’s ability to help in wound healing.
Incontinence-associated dermatitis remains an important practice concern, and time-strapped clinicians need to do a better job of adopting available treatment guidelines.
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.
Having a heart attack increases the risk of stroke more than previously believed, according to new study results.
Harvard Medical School researchers are urging nursing homes to spread the use of dedicated dementia care units, and they they have the numbers to back up their push.
Our new medical director keeps referring to VPD’s when we bring up vaccines. I don’t feel comfortable asking too much, so can you help clear up what he’s referring to?