Seniors do not display the same symptoms of the novel coronavirus as others who have it, doctors have found.
Doctor: Communicate with ER prior to making transfer
By
Liza Berger
Jun 01, 2020
During current pandemic conditions, providers should not transfer medically stable patients who are appropriately isolated to the emergency room. Instead, multidisciplinary teamwork can support providing...
Ask the care expert: Is it standard practice to wear the colored side of their mask when well and the...
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Jun 01, 2020
Our infection control nurse has asked us to wear the colored side of our mask out when we are well and the white side out when we are sick. Is this standard practice?
Ask the treatment expert: How can we prevent pressure injuries while keeping our residents isolated and...
By
Jeri Lundgren
Jun 01, 2020
How can we prevent pressure injuries while keeping our residents isolated and safe from COVID-19?
Study: TTD aids diabetic neuropathy
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 01, 2020
Tarsal tunnel decompression, or TTD, remains a key method for improving plantar sensations in diabetic neuropathy and preventing ulcers and related complications, according to a new study.
Sensors may help prevent PIs among obese residents
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 01, 2020
Pressure injury prevention protocols should be tailored to obese patients, according to a new study.
Ask the nursing expert: How can the medication administration nurse safely identify residents who do...
By
Amy Stewart
Jun 01, 2020
How can the medication administration nurse safely identify residents who do not wear name bands, and why is this practice more common in long-term care?
Study: PPE causing serious skin injuries
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 01, 2020
A new study has found that nearly half of medical staff treating patients with COVID-19 experienced serious skin injuries from the use of personal protective equipment, including masks, goggles, face shields...
Experts: Taking care of basic needs key during pandemic
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 01, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on both staff and residents, taking the time to provide a leadership team with a refresher on psychological first aid can go a long way, according to a...
June IT Update
Jun 01, 2020
» The 2020 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards program is underway, once again featuring tracks for skilled care and senior living providers. Each includes six categories and multiple entries...