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Telemonitoring Can Be Embedded Successfully in Nurse-Led Care Model
Smartphone-based systems can be used to monitor patients with complex chronic conditions, especially when case managers or other clinicians follow up with occasional phone calls, investigators found. -
Managing Staff Shortages and Improving Collaboration in Case Management
As the issue of staffing needs in the case management world — and the medical field at large — continues, many systems are considering how they can make the most of a difficult situation. -
Collaborations Between Healthcare, Schools, and Community Organizations Can Help Families
Healthcare organizations can help improve community health by promoting the mental and physical health of children. Partnerships with schools and community-based organizations can help. -
FQHC Program Created Innovative Partnership with Other Organizations
Just as it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a village to care for an elder. With this philosophy in mind, a community health center in California has partnered with various local organizations to better serve its growing elderly patient population.
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New SBAR Method Improves Handoffs in Texas Hospital
A nursing team at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio developed a new process for handing off patients from the ED to a telemetry unit that improved patient care and decreased the number of rapid responses for recent transfers.
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Virtual Diabetes Boot Camp Helps Patients Improve
Research shows a multidisciplinary team, including telehealth members, can create a virtual diabetes program that helps patients improve their health.
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Young People Show Support for Social Determinants of Health Screening
Members of Generation Z appear willing to engage with clinicians about food security, housing, education, and more.
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Legalities if Law Enforcement Responds to ED Violence
The presence of law enforcement can agitate some patients, or cause others to withhold information over fears the information will be disclosed to police. It creates a situation where state or federal privacy laws can be violated. Emergency clinicians should consult hospital security, risk management, legal counsel, or leadership for guidance on policies and applicable laws.
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Addressing the Needs of Patients with Substance Use Disorder
Case managers who work with patients managing substance use disorders have a unique story to tell and wisdom to share. Facilitating difficult situations day after day can be described as a journey with much to learn along the way. -
Case Management in the Pediatric Setting
Caring for patients in a pediatric setting looks different than serving the adult or geriatric populations. The role of the family often is more prominent in pediatrics, the interventions may be distinct, and case managers may need to engage in self-care.