Ask the wound care expert: How can care for pressure injuries be incorporated into a facility’s system...
By
Jeffrey M. Levine, M.D., AGSF
May 01, 2022
How can care for pressure injuries be incorporated into a facility’s system of care?
Seasonal MRSA spikes hit children, spare adults in healthcare settings
Mar 30, 2011
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection rates tend to increase during the summer and autumn months, but adults in healthcare settings may be safe from the spike, new research suggests.
Pressure sore leads to false-advertising suit
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James M. Berklan
Jun 01, 2014
A resident who developed a serious pressure ulcer allegedly due to negligence at a Pennsylvania continuing care retirement community is suing the operator, claiming it purposely misrepresented its care...
Ask the treatment expert: What is the acronym for Principles of Topical Therapy?
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Susan Wickard
Jun 01, 2011
Susan Wickard, RN, BSN, CWCN, CWS, CLNC, Clinical Advisor, American Association for LTC Nursing
FDA approves diabetes drug with evidence of superior blood sugar control
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Alicia Lasek (f3)
May 17, 2022
Mounjaro was more effective than other type 2 diabetes drugs at helping clinical trial participants control blood sugar and lose weight, the FDA reports.
Ask the treatment expert: How should our nursing team document wounds to best care for wounds and minimize...
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Mary P. Evans, M.D., CMD, CWSP
Apr 01, 2021
How should our nursing team document wounds to best care for wounds and minimize risk of litigation?
New survey process offers opportunities, experts advise
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 26, 2017
As directors of nursing prepare for a new survey process from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, there are opportunities to set standards and promote high-quality care, experts said Friday.
Caring for the bariatric resident
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Karen Lerner
May 16, 2018
Navigating the tumultuous road of caring for bariatric residents is a challenge faced by many long-term care facilities today. Using the right equipment or technology on the right type of patient will...
CMS data vision relies on quality, interoperability and standardization, experts note
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Elizabeth Newman
Jun 28, 2016
With skilled nursing facilities preparing for an Oct. 1 deadline for new quality measures, government officials are emphasizing their focus is to make quality the basis for value.
How to do it… Incontinence management
Jul 05, 2012
It is one of the most common conditions of the elderly in nursing homes, yet one of the easiest to handle poorly. Incontinence can be a frustrating issue for long-term care providers, costing more than...