As if providers don’t already have enough on their minds, a leading analyst recently offered his prescription for future success: change dramatically.
Supreme Court ruling might affect LTC in numerous ways
By
John O'Connor
May 01, 2012
It remains unclear whether the Supreme Court will invalidate President Obama’s healthcare law. But it’s becoming increasingly obvious if a repeal were to happen, long-term care operators would...
How are SNFs handling residents who use e-cigarettes?
By
Sherrie Dornberger
May 01, 2012
In speaking with a dozen or more facilities, the e-cigarette seems to be handled in an individual facility- or corporate-wide policy. Many facilities are not allowing it at all; others allow it after the...
Kindred sheds more facilities
By
Elizabeth Newman
May 01, 2012
Kindred Healthcare announced it will not be renewing another lease agreement with Ventas for six nursing and rehabilitation centers and two long-term care facilities.
Residents prefer caregivers who will sit down on the job
By
Mary Gustafson
May 01, 2012
The subtle difference between standing and sitting next to a patient or resident can make a huge difference in that person’s perception of their care, a new study reveals.
Women’s estrogen levels may slow healing
By
John O'Connor
May 01, 2012
University of California investigators recently documented one reason why wounds tend to heal more slowly in women: estrogen levels.
Documentation is critical in wound care lawsuits: expert
By
John O'Connor
May 01, 2012
Provider documentation is the key to avoiding costly wound care mishaps in a nursing facility, an expert attorney explained at a McKnight’s Online Expo session.
Can you suggest some stress management tips?
By
Anne Marie Barnett
May 01, 2012
Help defining stress, emotional and physical; clarify some of the myths related to stress; review some of the signs and symptoms, again, emotionally and physically.
Study: More RN-LPN coordination needed
By
Mary Gustafson
May 01, 2012
Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses often have interchangeable responsibilities in nursing homes, which can lead to more medication errors, according to newly announced results of a study.
Uniform colors seen as way to discern wristbands’ intent
By
Mary Gustafson
May 01, 2012
Healthcare systems should adopt more uniform color-coding of patient wristbands or implement barcode systems to reduce potential for errors across inpatient settings, nursing experts say.