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The VIP treatment: A comprehensive post-fall assessment guideline

American Nurse

Takeaways: No standardized post-fall assessment exists for long-term care facilities, which leads to inefficiency and inaccuracy. To ensure appropriate care, nurses must perform accurate post-fall assessments to prevent complications in all settings, including in long-term care facilities (LTCFs).

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Post-Acute Care Training Promotes Employees as an Asset

Relias

In addition to staff retention, ongoing staff training has the following potential benefits: Improve staff performance Enhance quality. Except for long-term care hospitals, these facilities are often more home-like than acute ones, aiding patient recovery and comfort. Boost efficiency.