Articles tagged with Home Care
A Canadian Patient Safety Institute-led research team, led by Dr. Diane Doran and Dr. Régis Blais, has been awarded $1 million to investigate the safety risks of healthcare services provided in homes. The two-year study aims to improve patient safety outcomes in home care services.
A retrospective study of 223 patients with terminal cancer found that opioid use was both safe and effective in the home setting. Patients who received higher doses had a longer median survival time compared to those who received lower doses.
A review of published papers and professional guidelines highlights the challenges healthcare professionals face when caring for patients who use medicinal cannabis. The study suggests that nurses need ongoing support and guidance to provide the best care while respecting patients' rights.
A Canadian study published in CMAJ found that home care after hip surgery in seniors significantly increases survival rates. The study of 11,326 patients aged 65 and older revealed that those who received home care were 43% less likely to die within three months of the procedure.
Oil rig workers increasingly rely on telemedicine to receive medical attention due to limited access to healthcare. The use of technology enables real-time communication between nurses and emergency physicians, reducing response times and improving patient care.
A Penn State study found that home health aides who received training had lower injury rates and higher job satisfaction. Training also reduced turnover intentions, benefiting both employees and organizations. Employees' perceptions of their training and workplace played a crucial role in their risk of injury.
A new primary care model called the patient-centered medical home has the potential to reduce diagnostic errors by focusing on teamwork, communication, and patient empowerment. The model emphasizes comprehensive and coordinated care, facilitated by partnerships between patients, their physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Physicians who provided Guided Care reported higher levels of satisfaction with patient/family communications and knowledge of their patients' clinical characteristics. The study found significant benefits to physicians in improving chronic care, including reduced costs and improved health outcomes.
Research from the University of Warwick and the University of West England calls for social care home workers to be trained in basic clinical nursing skills to provide high-quality care as residents' needs increase. The report also highlights cultural barriers, such as ageism, that hinder care delivery.
A study on preschoolers in licensed day care homes found that children's cortisol levels increase when they are in care, exceeding home levels. Cortisol increases are larger in day care homes where providers are overcontrolling.
The medical home prototype improved quality of care, patient experiences, and clinician well-being, with significant cost savings through reduced emergency visits and hospitalizations. The study's findings support the model's ability to address healthcare concerns and provide recommendations for implementation.
Researchers developed an 'asthma medical home' to address patient symptoms and environment, leading to a 63% decrease in emergency department visits and 62% reduction in inpatient hospitalization rates. This comprehensive approach empowers families to manage asthma symptoms, improving health outcomes.
A new study found that child care directors in metropolitan Milwaukee would unnecessarily exclude 57% of children with mild illnesses from care. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Public Health Association have established guidelines to address this issue, but their implementation remains inconsistent.
A novel 'medical home' program at UCLA significantly reduced emergency room visits among participating families, with a 55% decrease in ER visits. The program's effectiveness was attributed to continuous, accessible outpatient care and coordinated care coordination.
A study found that nearly half of dying cancer patients visit the emergency department in the last two weeks of life, often due to uncontrolled symptoms. Effective palliative care can help manage these symptoms and reduce visits to the emergency department.
A study of Medicare data found that elderly ICU patients who survive hospital discharge have a high rate of death in the following years, particularly those receiving mechanical ventilation. Discharge to skilled care facilities also increases long-term mortality.
A study published in Palliative Medicine recommends improving communication strategies to enhance palliative care for UK patients. The authors suggest using special notes and electronic summaries to facilitate better care coordination.
Researchers developed a standard checklist to facilitate safe administration of sedation at home, finding that PS does not hasten death and is used more frequently in hospitals. The study's findings aim to ease concerns about using palliative sedation in home care settings.
A UAB-led study found that training birth attendants in essential newborn-care techniques reduced stillbirths by over 30% globally. The train-the-trainer program improved perinatal mortality rates, particularly among low-cost interventions such as neonatal resuscitation and kangaroo care.
A Cochrane Systematic Review found that home-based nursing in HIV/AIDS patients significantly improves self-reported knowledge of HIV, awareness of medications, and self-reported adherence to medication programmes. Home-based care also had a positive impact on HIV stigma, worry, and physical functioning.
Chronic illness patients supported by nurse-physician teams rate primary care as significantly higher than usual care recipients. Guided Care improves coordination with specialists, self-management support, and goal-setting assistance.
The study found that post-Katrina primary care clinics in New Orleans provided efficient and affordable healthcare to low-income and uninsured patients. The clinics reported lower instances of medical debt, delayed appointments, and inadequate communication with doctors compared to the general population.
A new study by Brown University finds that Hispanic elderly are more likely than whites to live in poor-quality nursing homes, facing structural problems, staffing issues, and financial trouble. The research highlights the need for better quality care and policy changes to address these disparities.
A new study by University of Cincinnati nephrologists reveals that dialysis patients admitted to long-term care hospitals experience high readmission rates and often do not recover full kidney function. Only 30% of patients with acute kidney failure recovered enough to come off dialysis, while 70% remained dependent.
A recent study published in The Lancet found that home-based HIV care is an effective strategy, relying less on clinical staff and hospital services than facility-based care. This approach provides large savings for patients and could improve equitable access to HIV treatment, especially in areas with scarce clinical infrastructure.
Only 2,300 children out of 30,000 to 40,000 in care are adopted annually; youth in care face higher hospitalization rates and justice system involvement. Experts advocate for easier adoption processes, including support for adoptive parents and breaking down provincial barriers.
The survey found that half of US doctors spend substantial time dealing with insurance restrictions on patient care, while only 46% use electronic medical records. Many US physicians also report patients having difficulty paying for medications and care, and that their practices do not have provisions for after-hours care.
A recent study by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health found that home healthcare nurses are at risk of needlestick-type injuries, with nearly 10,000 reported annually. The study also revealed a correlation between stressful household conditions and increased risk of needlesticks.
Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine have successfully implemented an interdisciplinary multisite fourth-year geriatrics clerkship, meeting all ambulatory core geriatric competencies. The program exposes medical students to various settings and diagnoses, enabling them to provide appropriate care for older adults.
A one-year evaluation demonstrates the benefits of the patient-centered medical home model, which provides personalized care, prevention, and coordination. The study found significantly fewer emergency room visits and hospitalizations among patients with access to a medical home.
A study by Russell Belk explores how societal changes impact sharing, highlighting threats like individualization and decline of public education, but also finds healthy models in online communities and forums. Belk suggests promoting sharing through an expanded sense of self and shared ownership.
A study found that MRSA was present in 12.7% of hospital patients before discharge to home health care, and nearly one-fifth of infected patients transmitted the organism to household contacts. Household contacts who played a role in providing healthcare were more likely to be colonized with MRSA.
A study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that guided care patients spent 24% fewer hospital days and 37% fewer skilled nursing facility days compared to usual care. Guided Care programs could save Medicare over $15 billion every year, according to the study.
A telemedicine project at the University of Rochester Medical Center has improved quality of life and motor function for Parkinson's patients in nursing homes. The system, utilizing a laptop, software, and web camera, enables specialists to conduct virtual visits with trained nurses, reducing travel burden and costs.
Group Health Cooperative's Patient-Centered Medical Home pilot showed significant success, reducing emergency room visits by 29% and inpatient hospital stays for patients with chronic conditions. The model also improved care team satisfaction and patient experience, leading to long-term cost savings.
A new study suggests that early diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease can lead to significant cost savings and improved quality of life for patients and their families. The research estimates that earlier intervention could save billions of dollars in long-term care costs, while also providing positive social benefits.
A study by NUI Galway found that older people living in residential care need a holistic approach to maintain a good quality of life. Key factors include the ethos of care, sense of self and identity, connection with others and activities.
A $6 million initiative supports 68 community health centers in Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Oregon, and Pennsylvania to become patient-centered medical homes. The goal is to improve coordinated care, access, and quality improvements for over 500,000 patients.
A randomized controlled trial in Kampala showed that home delivery of prepackaged artemether-lumefantrine had little effect on clinical outcomes and led to overuse of the drug. The study suggests that standard care in health facilities is a more effective approach, especially in urban areas with low malaria transmission.
A study by Brown University researchers found that nursing homes serving primarily Hispanic residents provided poorer quality care, including higher rates of bed sores. The study looked at data from California, New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, and Colorado and found disparities in care related to racial segregation.
Researchers studied ICU patients with acute lung injury (ALI) and found that those with greater organ failure and higher benzodiazepine doses were more likely to experience depression after discharge. The study suggests that certain aspects of critical illness and ICU care may contribute to depression.
A national study found that nearly 20% of patients discharged from the hospital are rehospitalized within 30 days, often due to lack of follow-up care. The study highlights the need for hospitals and doctors to focus on preventing readmissions through coordinated care and patient education.
A study of 387 diabetics found that home telemonitoring significantly reduced deaths compared to a non-monitored group. Telehealth provided a safety net, allowing patients to age in place and live where they wanted, with educational resources also being offered.
The NPHF co-sponsoring the OTC Advisor program, a free online training tool providing evidence-based information on OTC medications and home diagnostics. The program covers various health issues, including pain management, fever, and gastrointestinal disorders.
The study found that 'RADrazz' rose had the best overall performance, while Trumpeter was the worst. Fifteen varieties of roses are recommended for low-maintenance growing in Texas, with Polyanthas and Hybrid Tea roses performing differently.
A systematic review and meta-analysis found hospital at-home programs produce similar health outcomes to inpatient care for select patients, including those with chronic pulmonary disease and stroke. Patient satisfaction is also high for treatment at home.
Physicians warn that assigning monetary value to every aspect of a doctor's time could impair quality and increase costs. Experiments show money-primed subjects are less willing to help others in need. A new trend in primary care, the 'patient-centered medical home,' aims to restore balance by compensating for unreimbursed time.
The Chronic Care Model has been shown to improve health outcomes and reduce costs for patients with chronic diseases. The model guides quality improvement efforts in medical practices, promoting team-based care, self-management support, and integrated decision support.
The study shows that many young adults in their 16-24 age group face emotional turmoil while juggling caring responsibilities with education and personal life. Personal experiences highlight the need for support and awareness to enable these young individuals to succeed.
A community-based intervention package reduced neonatal mortality by 54% and 52% in two groups, respectively. The approach targets high-risk newborn-care practices and can be applied to behaviour change along the continuum of care.
A new study by Geisinger Health System found that improving healthcare value leads to better patient outcomes, including reduced hospital admissions and unnecessary drug costs. The study's initiatives, such as the medical home program and ProvenCare, have eliminated common delivery issues and improved care coordination.
Despite political instability and low income, these countries have made significant strides in child mortality reduction through comprehensive PHC packages, district management systems, and investment in primary care. Cuba's unique approach to preventive care has led to a lower child mortality rate than the US despite having a much low...
A new study published in Health Affairs found that private equity investments in nursing homes have not significantly worsened quality of care. In fact, some aspects of care improved after the transactions, including aide staffing and resident outcomes.
A new study found that hospitals can save significantly by implementing palliative care programs for seriously ill patients. Savings ranged from $279 to $374 per day and up to $2.5 million annually.
The growing demand for long-term care services is straining the workforce, with workers lacking support in pay and work relationships. The studies found that recruitment and retention are industry-wide problems, but also discovered that older people can play a role in addressing these issues.
A study by USC researchers found that daughters-in-law provide essential instrumental support to older women in rural China, reducing depressive symptoms. In contrast, household support from own children is damaging and increases depressive symptoms.
Researchers at Yale University found that fall prevention educational campaigns and interventions can reduce elderly falls by 11%, resulting in fewer hip fractures and head injuries. The study suggests that embedding fall risk assessment and management into clinical practice can lead to significant cost savings.
A Northwestern University study found that more than three-quarters of patients don't fully comprehend their emergency department discharge instructions. Patients who fail to follow instructions may have a higher risk of complications after leaving the hospital, according to lead author Kirsten Engel.
A new report from Purdue University highlights the complexities of pandemic planning, citing issues with staffing, geographic boundaries, and community coordination. The study found that counties with shared borders may experience influxes of non-residents seeking medical care, while others may be isolated due to lack of hospital systems.
A study published in JAMA found that home blood pressure monitoring combined with Web-based pharmacist care can significantly improve blood pressure control in patients with uncontrolled hypertension. The treatment resulted in 25% more patients achieving controlled blood pressure compared to usual care.