by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jan 7, 2025 | Abuse, Clinical, Falls, Infection Prevention, Legal, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Regulatory
Long-Term Care Litigation: Evolving Challenges and Proactive Solutions Long Term Care (LTC) litigation has transformed into a highly focused and increasingly intimidating process for facilities. Providers can reduce litigation risk by understanding the LTC litigation... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 30, 2024 | 5-Star, ADL, Blog, COVID-19, Dietary, Falls, Infection Prevention, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Quality, RAI Manual, Regulatory, Survey
The Top 10 Nursing Home Citations of 2024: Insights and Prevention Strategies Understanding citation trends is critical to improving quality and compliance. By analyzing deficiency data, facilities can focus on priority areas of improvement to prepare for surveys and... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 4, 2024 | Compliance, Facilities Management, Infection Prevention, Nursing
Q: What are the proper infection control measures for linen handling? A: To maintain infection control, follow these best practices: Wear Appropriate PPE: Always wear gloves, and additional personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed, when handling soiled... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 18, 2024 | Infection Prevention, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory
Q: What are the top priorities for an effective Infection Prevention Program in long-term care? A: An effective program should focus on: Conducting a facility-wide infection control risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities. Implementing robust surveillance... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 5, 2024 | CMS, Compliance, HIPAA, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Regulatory
Q: Can we place the room/bed number for a semi-private room on the Enhanced Barrier Precaution sign located outside the resident’s room to notify staff which resident requires PPE for high contact activities or is this a HIPAA violation? A: CMS addresses... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 17, 2024 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Quality, Survey
In the world of healthcare, cleanliness isn’t just about appearance—it’s a critical component of infection control and prevention. Effective cleaning and disinfecting practices are essential to maintaining a safe and sanitary environment in skilled...