Family members need to know what to expect when their loved one enters a nursing home: Falls may happen, medications may change, and a private room may not be an option.
Tips on handling the flu with seniors
By
Lynda Lampert, RN
Dec 16, 2014
Using these methods, the flu can usually be contained and treated for the benefit of both the seniors and their caregivers.
Fuzzy math in RAC audits
By
Tara Roberts
Dec 15, 2014
If you are like me and have children who are required to contribute to science fairs, then you understand that the method in a science project is as important as the topic .It is difficult to explain to...
Good staff and quality equipment increase outcomes
By
Keith McCrate
Dec 12, 2014
At Presbyterian Village North in Dallas, TX, we offer services in assisted living, skilled nursing, certified Alzheimer and dementia care, hospice and palliative care, and inpatient and outpatient rehab....
You call this a plan to reduce nursing homes?
By
John O'Connor
Dec 12, 2014
It appears that a federal effort to downsize nursing homes might end up doing just the opposite.
Will residents ‘stick it to the man’ with their choice of provider?
By
Tim Mullaney
Dec 11, 2014
In the dawning age of mega-providers, smaller long-term care chains and independent owners might be inspired by the story of The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
Chicago leads list of rodent activity
By
Ron Harrison, Ph.D.
Dec 10, 2014
It only takes an opening the size of a quarter for a rat to squeeze inside, and a hole the size of a dime for a mouse.
Take a look in the mirror
By
Karen Craig, RN-C
Dec 10, 2014
I have worked in the aging profession for more than 21 years, have been a registered nurse for more than 40 years and will soon begin my (semi-) retirement. This has led me to do a lot of reflecting on...
Any eggrolls with that, Sweetie?
By
Lori Porter
Dec 08, 2014
It so happened that in the drive-thru at Panda Express recently, I had an epiphany. Let me explain.
Reducing risk with new prescriptions
By
Larry Galluzzo
Dec 08, 2014
A report by the Food and Drug Administration found that individuals aged 65 to 69 years old take nearly 14 prescription medications per day, while individuals aged 80 to 84 take an average of 18 prescription...