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Inappropriate antipsychotic use in nursing homes—especially for residents with dementia—can result in serious health risks such as increased mortality, falls, cognitive decline, and metabolic ...

This foundational post introduces nursing home staff to End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). It covers the basics of kidney failure, symptoms to look for in residents, treatment options, and the crucial ...

Reducing antipsychotic use in nursing homes is essential to improving resident safety and meeting CMS compliance standards. Overreliance on these medications, especially for dementia-related ...

Medication mismanagement is a major driver of preventable nursing home re-admissions, often due to polypharmacy, adverse drug reactions, and transition-of-care errors. Proactive strategies like ...

Regulatory compliance forms the backbone of effective operations in nursing homes. It ensures the safety and dignity of residents, supports high-quality care delivery, and protects facilities from ...

Ariel from Siskin Subacute West in Tennessee shares the challenges her facility faced during their first annual survey post-COVID in October 2023, including issues with their electronic medical ...

Infection control in skilled nursing facilities is vital for protecting residents, staff, and visitors from preventable illnesses and outbreaks. Facilities face significant challenges—including ...

As CMS shifts focus toward complaint-driven surveys and reduces routine inspections, nursing homes face challenges in maintaining compliance, improving star ratings, and identifying quality gaps. ...

Falls remain a major safety concern in nursing homes, with structured fall risk assessments offering a proactive way to identify at-risk residents and prevent injuries. These assessments evaluate ...

Hospital re-admissions from nursing homes are often triggered by manageable conditions such as infections, heart failure, COPD, diabetes complications, falls, dehydration, and medication errors. ...

Overuse of antipsychotic medications in nursing homes remains a critical compliance and care issue. Mock surveys serve as a proactive tool to detect inappropriate prescribing, ensure compliance with ...

Thoughtful design in nursing homes enhances resident well-being by creating comfortable, personalized, and engaging environments. Elements like natural light, greenery, and accessible outdoor spaces ...