Infectious diseases pose a significant threat in nursing homes, influencing both the health and survival of the residents. This population is notably susceptible due to older ages, recovery from prior illnesses, and the presence of chronic health conditions. Agents such as drug-resistant bacteria and easily transmissible viruses, including Influenza and COVID-19, circulate rapidly in these…
According to a recent study conducted by the University of Pennsylvania, there is no significant correlation between the number of patients that a physician or nurse practitioner treats in a nursing home and the outcomes of these patients. The study, which analyzed factors such as readmissions and visits to the emergency department, reveals that the…
A recent study has presented some concerning findings regarding the efficiency of emergency department (ED) utilization for terminally ill nursing home residents. Published on July 7 in the Journal of the American Medical Directors Association, it reveals that an astonishing 80% of ED visits made by this patient group may be avoidable.
This study analyzed data…