Nursing Homes

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Operating a sanitary and safe kitchen.(focuson Cleanliness)
Salmonella ... E. coli ... C. botulinum ... These ominous words have been making headlines. Contaminated or tainted food can have devastating--even fatal--consequences for healthy individuals. Imagi . . .

Spring resolutions (sort of).(funny YOU SHOULD ASK)
What some people blame on global warming, I prefer to call spring--and this year, I could hear it coming long before I could see it. What I thought at first was an approaching army of angry tap danc . . .

Is your staff prepared to handle a diabetic crisis?(LIABILITY landscape)
According to the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC), 10.3 million people age 60 years or older in the United States have diabetes. While the majority of nursing facility residents wi . . .

The Faith-Based Network: mission driven, but all business.(featurearticle)(Organization overview)
Shifting demographics and culture change. Declining reimbursements from government and other sources. High staff turnover. Increased competition. These are challenges faced by long-term care provide . . .

Supporting families through the nursing home transition: placing a loved one in long-term care can be a traumatic event and requ
Long-term care placement is probably one of the most difficult, heart-wrenching, but necessary decisions of a family's lifetime. The difficulty often originates from decisions made by family members . . .

Private insurance companies for nursing homes: starting your own insurance company can be powerful and profitable--when carefull
Nursing homes, hospitals, and other long-term care facilities throughout the country continue to face increased pricing and coverage limitations on much of their insurance, while insurance companies . . .

The Dreadful Documenters: a zoology; these strange species, found in many nursing homes, can get you into dire straits.(featurea
In the Medical Records world, I have come across a variety of documentation species. Some are more dangerous than others. A number of them can sink their teeth into you with a lawsuit. Others can le . . .

Grace and wellness.(designcenter)
In a dramatic and upscale reuse of "Merriwold," the 1926 J. Seward Johnson estate, the original stone gate entrance arch and adapted gatehouse welcome residents and visitors to the newest housing op . . .

Splash party.(NOT-FOR-PROFIT report)
Every week Emma Van Horn faithfully heads to the swimming pool at Clark Retirement Community in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She proudly displays her framed certificate recognizing her as a charter membe . . .

Northern Hospitality: creating a hospitality culture in a nursing home setting; By the staff of Northern Services Group, Inc.(fe
In business as in life, healthy competition raises the bar of performance and expectation. With the wave of baby boomers soon to reach the shores of long-term care, competition among healthcare prov . . .

Complying with urinary incontinence F-tag 315: to avoid noncompliance, assessment is key.(featurearticle)
In June 2005, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued new surveyor guidance--F-tag 315--for urinary incontinence (UI) and indwelling urinary catheter use in SNF residents. (1) Whil . . .

Residents blossom at Magnolia Gardens: it is choice--not chance--that enriches residents' daily lives through creative social pr
It's sunny springtime afternoon and a group of residents gather and wait for their transportation to arrive. Today, the guys, along with a few of the ladies, are taking in a ball game. Another group . . .

Nursing homes and home care: a shotgun marriage.(VIEW ON washington)
Long-term care advocates have discovered over the years that a division of interests into residential versus home healthcare may be preventing the creation of reasonable, effective long-term care po . . .

Emergency response dialer.(PRODUCT spotlight)
The Guardian[TM] Talker 2500 Dialer is available from Guardian Systems, Inc. It can monitor 10 wireless devices (pendant, pull cord, smoke detector, etc.), report the alarm to a PC, and automaticall . . .

Beverage Thickener.(PRODUCT spotlight)
Hormel Health Labs' Thick & Easy[R] Thickener for Supplement Drinks has been specifically formulated for use in high-protein, high-calorie supplement beverages that are provided to residents with sw . . .

Hand Wash and Sanitizer.(PRODUCT spotlight)
E2 Hand Wash & Sanitizer is an antimicrobial formula with the power of chloroxylenol (PCMX), which reduces the most common bacteria found on hands, including E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, and Staph . . .

Bed Assist.(PRODUCT spotlight)
Maddak's Ableware[R] AbleRise[TM] Bed Assist helps to prevent falls and features a roomy storage compartment. An easy-to-grip, height-adjustable plastic handle eliminates static shock, and rail slid . . .

Resident monitoring system.(PRODUCT spotlight)
Available from RF Technologies, Care 3[TM] streamlines risk reduction systems by bringing together fall management, incontinence detection, and pressure ulcer protection in a single monitoring syste . . .

Survey preparation software.(PRODUCT spotlight)
Standards Manager[TM] is a new software tool to help providers build a comprehensive package of data and evidence to support conformance to CARF standards. A separate Standards Manager is available . . .

Brain health book.(PRODUCT spotlight)
Your Brain Health Lifestyle: A Program to Preserve Your Life Story, by Paul Nussbaum, PhD, outlines practical tips and activities to promote brain health. The book provides a review of the basics of . . .

Telehealth system.(PRODUCT spotlight)
WebVMC's RemoteNurse[TM] and RemoteAccess[TM] are part of a software-based, HIPAA-compliant telehealth system. RemoteNurse allows the resident to interact with the system by touching the device's sc . . .

Integrated water filtration system.(PRODUCT spotlight)
Moen Incorporated's integrated filtration system featuring ChoiceFlo[TM] provides both filtered and tap water from one faucet spout. The technology has been incorporated into Moen's Chateau[R] kitch . . .

Facility cleaning system.(PRODUCT spotlight)
Coverall Cleaning Concepts has developed a cleaning system for healthcare facilities merging procedures, equipment, and best practices that address the special challenges of healthcare settings. The . . .

Double-check for disaster.(hospital emergency departments preparedness)(Editorial)
Not long ago I had the severe displeasure of reading a book called The Edge of Disaster by one Stephen Flynn.* Mr. Flynn is billed in the author blurb as being "among the world's most widely cited e . . .

Correction.(Correction notice)
The dining room photo in the March 2007 "Design Center" (Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation) was from a project published in the January 2007 "Design Center" (Spring Lake Assist . . .

Resident care guide.(Directory)
Introduction Welcome to our Special Purchasing Guide, this one devoted to Resident Care products and services. Similar in format to our annual BUYERS GUIDE, this targeted guide will direct you t . . .

Ultimate spa.(PRODUCT watch)
The Penner Cascade Side-Opening Spa with Aqua Aire is the ultimate spa for the ambulatory or nonambulatory resident. Optional reservoir allows for quick fill. The spa is height adjustable in one tra . . .

Standard spa.(PRODUCT watch)
A time-tested standard spa, the Superior Spa with Aqua Aire uses either a permanently mounted hydraulic lift or a mobile battery-powered chair. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CIRCLE 8 ON READER SERVICE . . .

Bariatric Spa.(PRODUCT watch)
The Penner Bariatric Spa with Aqua Aire is a unique bathing option for larger residents. It can accommodate a resident weighing up to 600 lbs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CIRCLE 7 ON READER SERVICE C . . .

Recumbent spa.(PRODUCT watch)
The Pacific Spa with Aqua Aire from Penner is a height-adjustable recumbent spa with stretcher or chair. It is available in two lengths with a keyhole design. The extended length gives a full-immers . . .

End-Opening Spa.(PRODUCT watch)
Penner's Cascade End-Opening Spa with Aqua Aire is designed to give the resident a comfortable bath. The resident always faces forward. All-in-one transfer eliminates the need for adjustments or lev . . .

Bariatric support surfaces.(PRODUCT watch)
James Consolidated, Inc., offers a low air loss bariatric mattress in seven sizes and a low air loss bariatric turning mattress in three sizes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CIRCLE 12 ON READER SERVICE . . .

Multistation Exerciser.(PRODUCT watch)
Endorphin Corporation has introduced the 340 TRI-CORE Balance and Stabilization Multistation, an exercise machine that combines three products into one space-saving multistation. Included in the TRI . . .

Bariatric flip-seat scale.(PRODUCT watch)
Engineered specifically for weighing obese and unsteady residents, Detecto's 6868 portable high-capacity scales feature a flip-down seat, allowing residents to be weighed in a standing or sitting po . . .

The vendors' view: roundtable of long-term care manufacturers and suppliers.(Discussion)
Welcome to Product Watch Nursing Homes/Long Term Care Management is pleased to publish the second installment of Product Watch. Through periodic Product Watch supplements, readers will be offered . . .

Continuing education test #117 * based on nursing homes March 2007.(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 Evaluat . . .

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 two wh . . .

Technology for restorative programs.(LTC mall)
Space Tables, Inc., offers adjustable fiberglass tables that accommodate wheelchairs and ensure proper positioning for all long-term care residents. Available in three sizes and a variety of colors, . . .

Are you prepared?(LTC mall)
Investigations in Long-Term Care Facilities: Implementing a Standardized Model answers FTAG 226 head-on. In a single, user-friendly manual, you are led step by step through an internal investigation . . .

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. T . . .

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 adj . . .

Motion Alarm.(LTC mall)
The Secure PIR Motion Alarm from Personal Safety Corporation can be used as a bed or door monitor. It provides a fanlike detection area covering up to 10', and it continues to sound until shut off b . . .

Staff footwear.(focus on SAFETY)
SKECHERS for Work slip-resistant lifestyle footwear offers healthcare professionals comfort, strength, and protection in wet or dry conditions. The flex construction and high-quality leather upper o . . .

Sit-to-Stand Exerciser.(focus on SAFETY)
Endorphin Corporation has introduced the Sit-to-Stand (STS) Exerciser, designed to effortlessly duplicate a person's sit-to-stand motion. Not a lift device, the STS was developed to strengthen muscl . . .

Access control system.(focus on SAFETY)
Count Me In, LLC, has developed Door Monitor, an affordable access control system that secures doors and allows access only to preauthorized individuals at specified times. Through the use of biomet . . .

Compact lift.(focus on SAFETY)
The Ascend[TM] is the newest addition to the HoyerPro[R] family of lifts. Available from Sunrise Medical, the Ascend has a compact footprint that allows for easy and safe transfers from within a res . . .

Safety certified beds.(focus on SAFETY)
The Zenith powered bed and the Matrix Plus full-electric bed from Graham-Field Health Products are UL 60601-certified. This certification is the most complete mechanical and electrical safety standa . . .

Safety footwear.(focus on SAFETY)
Shoes For Crews[R] offers feminine athletic-style footwear designed specifically for the contour of a woman's foot, along with rugged durability and soothing comfort. The Athena has full-grain leath . . .

Wandering and nurse call systems.(focus on SAFETY)
Direct Supply now offers HomeFree Wireless Resident Monitoring systems to ensure resident safety and security at all times. Using wireless technology, HomeFree systems allow for resident-specific wa . . .

Single-use lancing device.(focus on SAFETY)
UniStik[R] 3 is a preset, single-use capillary lancing device from Owen Mumford. The needle point is hidden before use and automatically retracts after use to avoid accidental needlestick injuries a . . .