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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Psychiatric Nursing

Nurse Nacole

Category: Psychiatric Nursing Flumazenil (Mazicon) is a competitive benzodiazepine (BZD) receptor antagonist that reverses the sedative effects of BZDs. The antagonism of BZD-induced respiratory depression is less predictable.

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Debunking 5 Common Misconceptions About Caregivers

Caregiver Support Services

Navigating the journey of finding caregiving services for your aging parents can be complex and emotionally charged. Several misconceptions often muddle the understanding of what elder caregiving truly involves, leading to feelings of uncertainty or apprehension. This post aims to debunk these common misconceptions about caregivers , provide practical advice, and guide you in making informed decisions about caregiving services.

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Who Solves the Direct Care Workforce Shortage? Family Caregivers

The Caregiving Years Training Academy

In June, my dad was discharged from the hospital and back to his apartment with home health and palliative care. When his home health nurse visited him the day after he returned home, I asked if we also could have a home health aide. “If we have one available,” she said. “But we probably don’t.” They didn’t. So we figured it out. I attended a home care conference last week and had an opportunity to listen to the directors of home care, home health and hospice organizations discuss their business

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Palace of Care – No Surprises

Palliverse

Photo by Taha Raef on Unsplash The blood tests were all deranged and matched what I had found on examination. She was dying. I maintain a no surprises policy. I don’t want my patient or their loved ones to be surprised by sudden deteriorations which could lead to death. They needed to know. I had to tell my patient and her gathered family what I feared was happening.

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The Ultimate Guide to Improving Caregiver Engagement & Retention

Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.