America is aging.Falls are the leading cause of death and injury among older adults in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one out of four adults 65 and older will fall annually in the U.S. The CDC encourages healthcare providers (HCPs) to utilize the Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths, & Injuries (STEADI) initiative in their practices. A 2019 outcome evaluation found that the STEADI program effectively reduced … [Read more...]
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Improving Outcomes with Trauma-Informed Care
A trauma-informed approach to care (TIC) shifts the focus from “what is wrong with you?” to “what happened to you?”Harry, an 86-year-old man admitted to a skilled nursing facility for rehabilitation after a hip fracture, could be abrasive and belligerent. A previous nursing facility discharged him due to his uncooperative behavior. After speaking with his son, the staff learned that Harry, a WWII veteran, spent two years in a Japanese Prisoner of War (POW) camp as a … [Read more...]
Summer Safety Tips from a Lifeguard
You're a healthcare professional... you don't need summer safety tips! You know how to keep yourself and your family safe in the summertime. But, what about your babysitter? Your neighbor? Or even, your in-laws?No worries, we've got your back! Print out our FREE Summer Safety Guide to share with your family and friends. Created by a lifeguard, this free guide provides summer safety tips for:Heat Safety. Heat illnesses (heat rash, cramps, exhaustion or stroke) are … [Read more...]