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Ways to Finance Your Elderly Parent's Care
When you sit and think about your elderly parents, you can't help but remember the best memories you share with them and how they took care of you. But now since they're older, your parents may require additional care. Wanting to repay your parents for the care they gave you is a great thing; however, it might not be as easy as you... ❯❯❯
Seniors And Anesthesia: 4 Things To Know
Being sick is a frightening situation you can’t just shake off. And when you’re suddenly scheduled for surgery to make you feel better, you feel scared and antsy. After all, there are a lot of things that may scare you during the surgery. Then there’s anesthesia. While you may not think about getting knocked out during surgery when... ❯❯❯
The Future of Behavioral Health EHRs: Trends and Predictions
Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have been transforming the healthcare industry, and the significance of these systems has become even more pronounced in the field of behavioral health. According to a report by Grand View Research, the U.S. market for behavioral health EHRs was estimated to be worth USD 176.2 million in 2021 and is... ❯❯❯
4 Challenges of Treating Mental Health Patients
Treating mental health patients can be challenging, requiring a comprehensive understanding of mental health conditions and best practices in providing care. Mental health patients are unique and can present with various symptoms and behaviors that can impact their daily lives. While mental health care has made significant advancements,... ❯❯❯
Viral Skin Infections In The Elderly: 5 Things You Should Know
As we age, our skin becomes more fragile and susceptible to infection. The elderly population is particularly vulnerable to skin infections due to weakened immune systems, diabetes, poor nutrition, inadequate hygiene practices, and even advanced illnesses like cancer or HIV. While viral skin infections are not generally serious if... ❯❯❯
Is Home Care The Best After-Surgery Option For Seniors?
Older people often take longer to recover from surgery than young people. After surgery, seniors need time to recover. So, resorting to a home care plan can significantly help. Older people generally require emotional and physical support from their family members or caregivers. They even need more attention while they recuperate from... ❯❯❯
CPAP Management Tips for Older Adults with Sleep Apnea
Sleeping soundly is one of life's most pleasant experiences. Unfortunately, high-quality slumber can be cut short by sleep apnea, a condition wherein one's throat muscles narrow during rest. To combat this, a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine is often used to facilitate breathing by opening up the throat muscles and... ❯❯❯
Leadership in Nurse Practice: Strategies for Success
Nursing is a dynamic and ever-evolving field, and nurses are increasingly being called upon to take on leadership roles within the healthcare system. Whether working as a charge nurse, a clinical manager, or a nurse educator, nurses are in a unique position to shape the quality of patient care and the overall functioning of healthcare... ❯❯❯
Tips to Improve Daily Life for a Loved One with Alzheimer's
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to how to improve daily life for a loved one with Alzheimer's. Every person with Alzheimer's experiences the disease differently and will require different types of support and care. However, some general tips can help make life easier for both the sufferer and their caregivers. Limit Excess Sound... ❯❯❯
5 Steps to Take After a Loved One Has a Fall
Every year, about 3 million older adults suffer a fall that’s bad enough to land them in the emergency room. Falls caused more than 34,000 deaths in 2019 (the latest year for which statistics are available), making it the leading cause of death by injury for people 65 and older. Despite these scary statistics, most people don’t think... ❯❯❯
