Foaming hand cleanser.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
The PROVON[R] TFX[TM] Touch Free Dispenser and Foam Handwash with
Advanced Moisturizers, sold separately, reduce contact contamination and
are proven to increase hand hygiene compliance by 20.8%. . . .
Antimicrobial Slings.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
Medcare Products' Antimicrobial Care Slings and Care Belts
feature Microban antimicrobial protection. Built in during the
manufacturing process, Microban will not wash or wear off, and it
provides . . .
Wheelchair washer.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
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 . . .
Protein supplement.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
DecubAmine[R] protein supplement from QCE, Inc., encourages wound
healing by combining whey protein with L-arginine, L-glutamine, and
essential fatty acids to enable complete cell development.
. . .
Disinfectant Wipes.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
For surface disinfection or decontamination, Bleach-Wipes from
Alcavis International, Inc., provide a consistent and accurate
concentration of bleach in a prediluted single or double prepackaged 8 . . .
Retractable needle lancet.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
Owen Mumford's Unistick 3 needle point is hidden before use
and automatically retracts after use to avoid accidental needlestick
injuries and cross-infection. When pressed against the sample site, . . .
Wet mopping system.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
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 . . .
Pull cord.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
The CleanCord[TM] plastic pull cord, available from Crest
Healthcare Supply, can be easily and completely disinfected to keep
residents and staff safe from transmissible diseases. Unlike . . .
Green disinfection.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
Advanced Vapor Technologies TANCS[R] Steam Vapor low-moisture
system is a fast, chemical-free, water-based, green method for
destroying bacteria, mold, and hard-to-kill pathogens. Treated . . .
Body cleanser.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
GOJO Industries' PROVON[R] Total Body Foam Cleanser is a
gentle, no-rinse formula for bedside bathing and shampooing, as well as
incontinence care. This one-step multipurpose formula gently . . .
Skin care.(focus on INFECTION CONTROL)
Lantiseptic[R] skin care products, available from Links Medical
Products, Inc., provide skin barrier protection for incontinence. They
are also useful in preventing and treating other conditions, . . .
The continuing threat of C. difficile infection: Infectious
disease specialist and recent roundtable moderator Dale Gerding, MD,
Clostridium difficile--also known as C. diff--is a bacterium
commonly found in hospitals and long-term care (LTC) settings. Infection
can lead to diarrhea, colitis, and other symptoms that can . . .
Eyeglass Identification.(LTC mall)
Eyeglass Rescue's Identification Sleeves fit over the temple
bar of a resident's eyewear. When attached, your staff can identify
the owner of the eyeglasses by a unique code printed on the sleeve. . . .
Reduce falls and increase mobility.(LTC mall)
The Evolution chair from Optima Products features a unique
center-mounted wheel that allows people with a limited range of motion
to propel themselves using hands, feet, or both. The seat height . . .
Durable Cabinet-Mount Lamp.(LTC mall)
Adjustable Fixture Co.'s Nightingale[R] SpaceSaver
Cabinet-Mount Lamp is designed to mount to a cabinet or
tabletop--freeing up nearly the entire surface for usable space.
Engineered and built to . . .
Fast, effective equipment washer.(LTC mall)
Medco Equipment, Inc.'s multipurpose portable equipment washer
provides dramatic bacteria reduction. Independent lab documents 99.9%
reduction of bacteria after one wash! Washes and sanitizes . . .
Flying MVP in a coach world.(funny YOU SHOULD ASK)(Most Valuable
Professional)
After an exhausting personal evaluation conducted while sitting
absolutely still in a dark, quiet, temperature-controlled room, I have
arrived at a disquieting conclusion. I'm a Status Seeker. (1)
. . .
A parity plan for dual eligibles: the Home and Community Services
Copayment Equity Act of 2007.(ASSISTED LIVING review)
It is hard to believe that it was 18 months ago when consumers,
pharmacists, and long-term care providers were trying to figure out the
new Medicare Part D prescription drug program. Articles were . . .
Pain mismanagement.(LIABILITY landscape)
Pain has been clinically defined as "whatever the experiencing
person says it is, existing whenever the experiencing person says it
does." Unfortunately, this definition is inadequate . . .
Designer, speak for yourself.(INTRODUCTION)
For many years Nursing Homes/Long Term Care Management, through its
DESIGN annual publications, has offered a forum for architectural and
interior design firms to display their most recent . . .
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