Despite current operational and financial challenges in the nursing home sector, a transitional care program and physiatry partnership has successfully reduced readmission rates from 29% to 9% in several facilities.
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DxDx
Dx stands for diagnosis. Diagnosis is the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
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HxHx
Hx stands for history or medical history. A medical history is a record of information about a person's health.
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New aid for dealing with aggression in people with dementiaNew aid for dealing with aggression in people with dementia
Caring for older adults with dementia can be particularly challenging and stressful, especially when they exhibit physically or verbally aggressive behaviors, wander away from home, develop paranoia or hallucinations, engage
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FxFx
Fx stands for fracture or bone fracture. Other abbreviations include: FRX, Fx, or #
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Tributes given to nurse leader who championed care of childrenTributes given to nurse leader who championed care of children
The nursing community is honoring the legacy of influential nurse leader Dame Professor Elizabeth Fradd, who passed away on International Nurses Day. Dame Liz held various positions in children's nursing,
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Filshie ClipFilshie Clip
A Filshie clip is a device with a silicone lining that's used to prevent pregnancy by blocking blood flow to the fallopian tubes. It's a type of contraceptive tubal occlusion device (TOD) that's
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Sterile GauzeSterile Gauze
A Sterile Gauze is an absorbent medical pad. It is manufactured to accommodate every possible type of wound that may require it. A sterile gauze is also designed for different
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