Providers must realize that offering an activities menu of bingo, birthdays and Bible is an archaic practice, and clearly out of step with the modern resident
Germs put on notice
By
John Andrews
Dec 02, 2012
As the threat of infectious diseases continues to permeate the long-term care environment, facilities need to use the best tools and resources at their disposal.
Feature: Prescribing Unity
By
John Andrews
Feb 01, 2014
Assembling a well-coordinated medication management team requires solid communication, collaboration and convergence of clinical professionals
The swine flu factor: this latest pandemic highlights the importance of infection control in nursing...
By
John Andrews
Jun 01, 2009
H1N1, better known as swine flu, has brought renewed attention to the need for sound infection control practices and proper screening of new admissions
‘On the wagon’
By
John Andrews
Jul 02, 2012
Skin care products have gained increasing importance in long-term care as providers search for ways to keep incontinent residents comfortable and prevent decubitus ulcers from forming.
Serious side effects
By
John Andrews
Feb 01, 2015
New pain medication rules went into effect in October, forcing long-term care providers to grapple with how to ensure residents receive what they need
A smooth operator: adherence to usage instructions for bathing equipment is easier said than done
By
John Andrews
May 01, 2009
Proper usage and regular maintenance of bathing and lift equipment are key to maximum product life and durability. Sounds simple enough, right?
Reform’s new risks: risk management provisions long-term care operators should know about
By
John Andrews
Sep 01, 2010
The sweeping new healthcare reform law means that providers need to be more proactive to protect themselves from potential caregiving lawsuits
Ready to wear
By
John Andrews
Mar 01, 2008
Nursing homes are handling linens better than ever before with increasingly sophisticated equipment and practices.
Borrowing to build
By
John Andrews
Jan 01, 2014
New construction funding for skilled nursing facilities remains scarce, but lenders say they will listen if operators present a convincing case for building.