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In a positive step towards more patient-centered care, today NHS England has announced the introduction of Martha’s rule. Martha’s rule gives patients and their families in England the legal right to a second opinion from senior medics in the same hospital if they are deteriorating rapidly and feel their concerns are being dismissed. During 2024/25, 100 larger hospitals with a 24/7 critical care team will let patients access to this team of doctors and nurses who will come and assess the situation if requested. This first phase will focus on supporting participating provider sites to devise and agree a standardised approach to Martha’s Rule, ahead of scaling up to the remaining sites in England in the following years. This is a positive step towards more patient-centred care, and we welcome it’s adoption.

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The more I meet with ICU caregivers, the more I'm convinced that weight management is perhaps one of the biggest unmet needs for ICU patients! It's unbelievable how many critically ill patients are being transported from their beds, just for measuring their weights. This can cause extreme discomfort to the patient and is time consuming for the care-giver! At Stryker, we want to make a positive impact to the ICU environment 👇. https://lnkd.in/gpUSFRGV #Smartmedic #impactinglives Kavita Yadav Surendra N Narendra Shukla Ram Rangarajan Vikram Puri YUVASHREE KARTHIKEYAN

Discover the VA's innovative steps towards enhancing healthcare access for our veterans. From historic hiring to "access sprints", learn how these efforts are making a difference. For the full story, check the link in our bio. #VeteransHealth #VAProgress #MilitaryHealthcare #SupportOurVeterans

Navigating the halls of a Veterans Affairs (VA) medical center is akin to stepping into a world apart — a place where time seems to unfold in its own unique rhythm. For those of us who've experienced it firsthand, these centers are more than just medical facilities; they're vibrant hubs of camaraderie and shared stories, underpinned by the unspoken bonds of military service. A typical visit to the VA is often described as an all-day affair, a testament not to inefficiency but to the sheer volume of veterans seeking care and the comprehensive approach the VA takes to address their health needs. It's not uncommon to see buses, sometimes chartered, arriving early in the morning, filled with veterans from various walks of life. These trips often transform into impromptu reunions, where stories of service and sacrifice are exchanged as freely as the morning coffee. This environment, for all its warmth and camaraderie, inadvertently highlights an assumption: that veterans have nowhere else they need to be. It's a notion born from necessity, as the VA strives to serve the vast and varied needs of its clientele. Yet, it's also a reminder that the system, while designed to be comprehensive, often requires a level of time commitment that can be challenging for veterans juggling jobs, education, and family life. Indeed, the VA's approach to healthcare is emblematic of a broader commitment to treating the whole veteran, not just the symptoms they present. This holistic view is undeniably valuable, providing a level of care that acknowledges the complexities of veteran health issues, many of which are intertwined with the experiences of service and the challenges of reintegration into civilian life. However, the very strength of the VA system — its thorough, all-encompassing care — also presents a challenge for veterans striving to balance their health needs with the demands of daily life. In an ideal world, accessing care would not require a choice between a day at the VA and a day at work or with family. Recognizing this balancing act is crucial as the VA continues to evolve and adapt its services to meet the needs of all veterans, regardless of their life stage or commitments. The recent strides made by the VA, including expanded hours and the Access Sprints initiative aimed at reducing wait times, are commendable steps toward addressing these challenges. They represent a recognition of the diverse needs of the veteran population and a commitment to providing care that not only heals but also fits into the complex tapestries of veterans' lives. For those who have never walked the halls of a VA medical center, it's a world worth understanding. As we look to the future, the goal remains clear: to honor the service of all veterans by ensuring that the care they receive is as accessible as it is comprehensive, allowing them to thrive not just as former servicemembers, but as active, engaged participants in the civilian world they've fought to protect.

The "F" element of the ICU Liberation Bundle consists of family engagement and empowerment. Engaging families in the care of their loved ones during critical illness has a positive impact on the quality of care, safety, and can decrease anxiety, confusion, and agitation. This element promotes family presence in the ICU and identifies strategies to engage and empower families. One such strategy is the use of an ICU diary. A diary supports a family- and patient-centered care approach by: - empowering the family to participate in the care of their loved one - facilitating effective communication and - promoting shared decision-making. A digital version of an ICU diary such as the Post-ICU Digital Diary integrates easily into existing systems, protects patient privacy, and is simple and quick to use. ✅ Approved and used by patients, ICU staff, and more than 20 hospitals Contact our team to learn more about how Post-ICU can help you fully realize the benefits of the ABCDEF bundle and all its 6 elements! #ICUliberation #ABCDEFbundle #ICUbundle #ICUcare #ICUdiary #postICU #ICUrecovery #familyengagement

𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬! 🌟 At Ark Allied Care, we understand the importance of maintaining dignity, comfort, and independence in every aspect of life. That's why we're excited to introduce our specialized Continence Care Services designed to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals seeking support. 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧: ✨ 𝐶𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑟𝑒ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝐴𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡: Our experienced Continence Nurses conduct thorough assessments to understand individual needs, contributing factors, and specific requirements. 💡 𝑇𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑜𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝑀𝑎𝑛𝑎𝑔𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚𝑠: We believe in personalized care. Our team develops individualized continence management programs to address a range of concerns, including incontinence, bladder or bowel-related issues, and more. 🤝 𝐶𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝐴𝑝𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑎𝑐ℎ: We work closely with participants, their families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach to continence care. 📊 𝐴/𝑇 𝑃𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑐𝑟𝑖𝑝𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑁𝐷𝐼𝑆 𝑅𝑒𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔: Our Continence Nurses provide Assistive Technology (A/T) Prescription and complete NDIS reporting, ensuring seamless access to the support you need. 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙥: 🚀 𝐸𝑛ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑑 𝑄𝑢𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑜𝑓 𝐿𝑖𝑓𝑒: Our goal is to empower individuals with the tools and support needed to enhance their overall quality of life. 🌟 𝐷𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶𝑜𝑚𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑡: By addressing continence concerns, we aim to promote dignity, comfort, and a sense of well-being for our participants. 👥 𝑆𝑢𝑝𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝐴𝑙𝑙 𝐴𝑔𝑒𝑠: Ark Allied Care offers continence services for individuals of all ages, recognizing that everyone deserves specialized care tailored to their unique needs. If you or a loved one could benefit from our Continence Care Services, don't hesitate to reach out! Contact us at 📞 0417-333-972 or ✉️ [email protected]. Let's embark on a journey towards comfort, confidence, and freedom together! #ContinenceCareServices #ArkAlliedCare #EnhancedQualityOfLife #DignityInCare

This was one of the coolest moments of my EMS career so far - I got to meet Chief John Moon (center) of the Freedom House Ambulance Service. Freedom House was the first EMS service in the country serving the Hill District of Pittsburgh, a historically underserved community. Before Freedom House, if you needed medical help, the police would transport you when they got to you and no pre-hospital care was provided. In 1968, Dr. Peter Safar (godfather of CPR) recognized the importance of bringing medicine to the community as he had a personal loss of his daughter to an Asthma attack, something that we see quite frequently in all EMS systems today. Dr. Safar saw a need in the Hill District with a passion of empowering community members with the knowledge/skills to take care of each other and began to recruit members of the community to establish a medical service. This team reflected the makeup of their community as it started out as an all African American team. Dr. Peter Safar joined forces with Dr. Nancy Caroline (yes, the author of many EMS textbooks), an ICU Physician, to become the first Physician Medical Director in the country to oversee and train these paramedics. https://lnkd.in/gkX4vkmK Things brought to the field by this team were items such as a cardiac monitor, medications, airway equipment and the list goes on and on. Chief Moon performed the first ever endotracheal intubation in the pre-hospital setting. Freedom House also provided Naloxone to patients with suspected overdoses. This story should be taught in all EMT programs, every EMS provider needs to know this story. #americansirens Key Points: 1. The EMS crews should reflect the diversity and values of the community they serve. 2. EMS is still a young career field as this work began in 1968, EMS did not become a formal program until about 5 years later. 3. Equity in EMS care needs to be further examined as there are drastic differences between populations. 3a. In Milwaukee County, EMS encounters for emergent conditions such as stroke, heart attack and cardiac arrest occur upwards of 14 years earlier in the Black and Brown populations as opposed to their White counterparts. https://lnkd.in/g-EmQYA7 4. CPR saves lives, learn it.

As stated in the article, "Under the Mission Act, which became law in 2018, veterans can seek private care in their communities when they cannot access the VA medical care that they need close to home and in a timely manner." Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., said veterans have the right to seek “medical care where and when they need it.” He said he hears from VA workers that shortages of doctors, nurses and technicians are straining the workforce and increasing wait times, which causes more veterans to seek community care. Moran said an increasing number of veterans — up to 30% — and their dependents who need emergency treatment are seeking non-VA care at hospitals and urgent care centers. In the meantime, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced that Veteran trust in VA outpatient care has increased to 91.8%— up from 85.6% in 2018 (the first year since VA began conducting this survey).Veteran trust has increased during each of the past six years. Apparently, the "Trust Score" only measures trust from those veterans who were able to receive care from the VA. The reality of the situation is that veterans are leaving in droves, and that number is increasing. As a result, the Community Care departments within VA Healthcare Systems have been overwhelmed and understaffed, which leaves veterans with no options for care. To make matters worse, neither the VA or Community Providers have the resources to identify, diagnose, and treat legitimate toxic exposure conditions. From personal experience, the Central Texas VA Healthcare System has struggled to offer any qualified care for toxic exposure, and have promised for years to find the appropriate care in the private network since the resources aren't available within the VA Healthcare System. It's been almost four years now with continued empty promises. VA Secretary McDonough recently stated “The VA has always relied on the community. But we need to make sure this is a decision based on quality outcomes and not just a question of convenience”. I'm not sure the Secretary truly understands the term "quality outcomes", as you can't determine quality outcomes with rigged surveys that only represent a small percentage of veterans seeking care.

One #hospital has staffing cut 43% after buyout. “There’s little debate about the importance of nurses. Studies show that higher staffing levels are associated with better #patient outcomes, including lower mortality rates and fewer injuries from falls during hospital stays. Still, regulations on nurse-to-patient ratios are few. California and Oregon are the only states that require minimum ratios throughout a hospital; just a handful of states set ratios in specific medical units like the ICU.” #healthcarequality #healthcarecosts