by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 14, 2024 | Q&A, QAPI
Q: Do you have suggested strategies for integrating QAPI into the daily operations of a nursing home? A: Best practices for integrating QAPI into daily operations include embedding QAPI principles into the organizational culture, making quality... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 7, 2024 | Abuse, Compliance, Q&A
Q: Is there a specific assessment for determining a resident’s capacity to consent to sexual activity? A: While you may find samples of assessments that are identified to be used for determining a resident’s capacity to consent to sexual activity, you... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 31, 2024 | Facility Assessment, Q&A
Q: How can nursing home leadership effectively use Facility Assessment data to drive strategic planning and resource allocation? A: Facility leadership can leverage Facility Assessment data to drive strategic planning and resource allocation by... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 24, 2024 | Coding, MDS, Q&A
Q: Can I code fluids received in the hospital in section K for a diagnosis of Hypovolemia? A: Fluids coded in K0520A1 do have to be for nutrition or hydration. Oftentimes we may not see that specific verbiage in the hospital notes. In cases where the... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 17, 2024 | 5-Star, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Q&A, Quality, Quality Measure, RAI Manual
Q: Patient was admitted with a stage IV pressure ulcer that healed (fully epithelialized) and several months later reopened at the same site. How should this pressure ulcer be staged when it reopens? A: According to the RAI Manual guidance for pressure... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 10, 2024 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Q&A, Restorative, Therapy
Q: We have a resident on Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) due to an indwelling catheter that has completed therapy and is transferring to RNP. Staff will be providing partial/moderate assistance, which will involve extended high contact, during restorative...