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What Is Virtual Physical Therapy? How It Works and Benefits

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A study published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery showed that telerehabilitation was similarly effective as traditional care for patients recovering from total knee arthroplasty. 6 The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) advocates for telehealth as an effective and viable method for delivering patient care.

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How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Can Influence Healthcare

Relias

Healthcare organizations have a growing responsibility to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts not only for their employees, but also to better serve patients and their families. By understanding how DEI affects both employees and patients, healthcare organizations can improve workplace culture while providing better care.

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Nurse Practitioners Are Primed to Help Bridge Physician Shortage

Nurse.com

In August 2021, Delaware Governor John Carney signed legislation that grants the state’s nurse practitioners full practice authority (FPA) , making Delaware the 24th state to adopt FPA legislation — and not a moment too soon. . “This is a major milestone in health care for Kansas and for our nation,” said Kapu in a news release.

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Let’s huddle up

American Nurse

During these calls, leaders, clinical staff, and providers acquired accurate and timely information to stay informed, reduce anxiety, and effectively care for patients. For example, the pharmacy summary report monitors the volume of patients receiving infusions and chemotherapy and the percentage of early compounding. Sigma Repository.

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Severe Wound Care Is Shifting to Post-Acute Care

Relias

Since 2016, fewer patients with severe wounds have received care in long-term care hospitals, and more patients have gone to less costly facilities like inpatient rehabilitation and skilled nursing facilities. Building a wound care specialty can bring new clients to your business. billion in fiscal year 2016 to $2.01

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The Future of Hospital at Home

Healthcare Law Insights blog

The ACHAH model appears to be a feasible alternative to traditional inpatient acute care that can improve quality of care and patient satisfaction. A survey in September 2021 showed that patients who received ACHAH care were highly satisfied (88%) and were likely to recommend it to friends and family (85%).

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The Exec: Nurse Navigators Guide Cancer Patients Through Their Entire Care Journey

Health Leaders | Nursing

Rita Mercieca, RN, senior vice president and chief administrator, Northwell Health Cancer Institute HealthLeaders: Prior to Cancer Care Direct, a nurse navigation program originated for breast cancer patients in January 2022. HL: Which patients qualify to get a nurse navigator? How did that develop? Mercieca: Anybody.