Study: Falls, sores unaffected by nurse-patient ratio
Mar 25, 2008
The preliminary findings of a study on the effect of increased nurse-to-patient ratio laws in California hospitals has shown mixed results – and met with some serious criticism from providers.
Ask the treatment expert
By
Donna Sardina
May 01, 2008
Is it a realistic care plan goal to heal a diabetic foot ulcer that has been present for two years?
How to do it … wound care
Jul 01, 2013
Given the importance of treating sores and other open areas on the skin, there are countless possible approaches to managing wound care. No small part of the challenge for providers is making sure treatment...
Wound warriors
By
Julie Williamson
Jun 01, 2013
Providers keep up the good fight as they close care gaps on multi-drug resistant organism-infected wounds by seeking out the right treatment and product.
Pressure’s on
By
Julie Williamson
Mar 01, 2008
Caregivers have been feeling the heat as CMS has started to focus more on wound care prevention in nursing facilities.