The Quality Digest is a recap of content aimed at advancing clinical care and excellence and keeping you informed about the latest regulations.
Therapy Checklist for Involuntary Weight Loss in the Elderly
Involuntary weight loss in the elderly refers to a situation in which older adults experience a significant reduction in body weight without meaning to do so. PharMerica provides this therapy checklist to drive decision making and provide key information on pharmacologic treatment options.
e-Guide: Depression in I/DD — Symptoms, Challenges, and Treatment
There is a higher incidence of depression in individuals with I/DD, with some estimates approaching 45%. This e-guide explores the common symptoms of depression, the challenges of diagnosing it in those with I/DD, and how best to provide symptom management and other support.
This comprehensive guide to nutrition considerations in seniors includes information on the use of appetite stimulants and the implementation of specialized diets for hypertension, diabetes, and dysphagia.
CMS Issues Updates to Guidance on Minimum Health and Safety Standards in LTC Facilities
On June 29, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued updates to guidance on minimum health and safety standards that long-term care facilities must meet to participate in Medicare and Medicaid. CMS also updated and developed new guidance in the State Operations Manual (SOM) to address issues that significantly affect residents.
Podcast Episode 14: DONs & Administrators Working Better Together
Listen to our latest "Spoonful of Sugar" podcast, recorded LIVE from NADONA's National Conference in June, in whichNADONA'sRobin Arnicar and Sherrie Dornberger talk with McKnight's John O'Connor and PharMerica's TJ Griffin about strategies to generate collaboration between DONs and administrators to increase efficiency and improve outcomes.
