Wheelchair washer.(PRODUCT focus)
Medco Equipment's all-purpose automatic wheelchair washer
cleans and sanitizes up to 20 wheelchairs in an hour, with a 99.9%
reduction of bacteria after one wash. The all-purpose washer . . .
Free software enhancements.(PRODUCT focus)
American HealthTech provides ongoing value improvements to the
software modules its customers have already paid for. These enhancements
to existing modules are updated at no additional charge. Over . . .
Time and Attendance reporting.(PRODUCT focus)
Count Me In is a computerized time clock that combines the power of
Fingerprint ID with easy use, providing the perfect Time and Attendance
solution. Punch in using a fingerprint; the . . .
AANAC'S pps review: questions & answers from the
American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators
(AANAC).(inperspective)
Q: Our therapist coded too many minutes on the MDS in item
P1b--about 2,000 too many. The MDS was submitted to the state, but we
caught the error before the billing went out. Do we do a . . .
The problem with root cause analysis: it's a buzzword that
can very easily become meaningless because not all problems have a
si
Root cause analysis has become an important quality assurance
method for identifying problems encountered in long-term care. Without a
doubt, it is critical to identify and isolate issues that can . . .
Continuing education test #127 * based on Nursing Homes February
2008.(CE test)
How to use this self-study program
* Take the Pre-Test before you begin to read this issue of Nursing
Homes/Long Term Care Management.
* After reading the articles, complete the Test and . . .
Online learning reporting tool.(PRODUCT focus)
Upstairs Solutions LTC has released an enhanced reporting tool for
its online learning management system. With the updates, users can set
up automatic training reports to be received by e-mail, . . .
Washer-extractors.(PRODUCT focus)
Milnor has introduced a new line of cabinet-style washer-extractors
with 20- and 40-lb. capacities. These machines are part of Milnor's
new MWR line and they offer durable construction and an . . .
OH, by the way ...(inperspective)
Like the great TV detective Columbo, Nursing Homes/Long Term Care
Management columnist Gary Tetz (Funny You Should Ask) always has one
more question. In this bimonthly feature, he talks with . . .
Is your infection control program effective?(LIABILITY
landscape)
It is well known that the elderly population has a substantially
increased incidence and severity of many infectious diseases. In fact,
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) . . .
Skin and wound gel.(PRODUCT focus)
Elta[R] SilverGel[TM], a clear anti-microbial skin and wound gel
from Swiss American, releases silver as demanded by the bioburden of the
wound. Tested to kill for at least 3 days, Elta's SilverGel . . .
Bleach Wipes.(PRODUCT focus)
Alcavis International, Inc., provides a time-saving, convenient
method for surface decontamination and disinfection. Bleach-Wipes
provide a consistent and accurate concentration of bleach in . . .
Zinc bandage.(PRODUCT focus)
Graham-Field's Medicopaste[R] Bandage is a zinc-impregnated,
latex-free, premium gauze bandage used to help in the healing of venous
stasis ulcers. It can reduce and control edema, and improves . . .
?Como se dice 'multicultural'? Understanding your
multicultural workforce.(YOUR people)
When Michael walks through the halls of his facility, he has
trouble understanding what his staff members are saying. It's as if
they're speaking a foreign language--and they are. . . .
The current state of EMRs in LTC settings: exploring the health
information technology link in improving patient care and
outcom
Long-term care (LTC) requires hands-on support and care from
frontline workers--the human element in caring for a frail, aged
population. While the important role of these frontline workers . . .
Wet mopping system.(PRODUCT focus)
Using Direct Supply's Microfiber Cleaning System to mop floors
can kill up to 60% more bacteria than traditional mopping. The
system's "one pad per room" design means that you'll
never clean your . . .
Wound dressing.(PRODUCT focus)
SilvaKollagen[R] Gel, "Smart Silver"[TM], available from
DermaRite, is a natural, safe, and effective medical hydrolystate of
collagen with silver. SilvaKollagen provides an environment . . .
Employee scheduling software.(PRODUCT focus)
With version 10 of Atlas Business Solutions' Visual Staff
Scheduler Pro (VSS Pro), users can schedule personnel more easily and
efficiently than ever. They can now rotate schedules and apply . . .
Investigating abuse: when it's one person's word
against another's.(DON's CORNER)
One staff member reports another staff member for abusing a
confused resident, but there are no other witnesses and no physical
evidence of abuse. What do you do? Many nurse executives have had . . .
Rewarding leadership: the ACHCA annual award; For the second
year, top-performing facilities in Quality Measure rankings will be
Achieving a universally recognized state of quality in a long-term
care facility is certainly no simple feat. From the sheer challenge of
implementing established standards of quality criteria, to . . .
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