by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 3, 2026 | 5-Star, Care Planning, Compliance, Dietary, Documentation, F-Tag, Nursing, Person Centered Care, QAPI, Quality Measure, Regulatory, Survey, Weight Loss
F692 Nutrition Risk Blueprint: Documentation that Drives Results Few clinical issues draw more focus and attention during surveys than unintended weight loss and altered nutritional status. These issues impact resident well-being and quality of life and are linked to...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 22, 2026 | 5-Star, Antipsychotics/Psychotropics, Coding, Documentation, Falls, MDS, Nursing Home Consultant, QAPI, Quality, Quality Measure, Weight Loss
The Engine Behind Outcomes: Quality Measure Systems Many facilities focus on Quality Measure scores after they decline. High-performing facilities build systems that prevent decline before it happens. Improving Quality Measures (QMs) in skilled nursing...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 8, 2026 | Compliance, Falls, Nursing, Nursing Home Consultant, QA, QAPI, Regulatory, Weight Loss
Risk Management in Action: Effective Meeting Strategies for Long-Term Care Leaders Risk management meetings area a cornerstone of safe, high-quality care in long-term care facilities. They provide a structured forum to identify trends, reduce harm, and strengthen...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 26, 2025 | Clinical, MDS, Nursing, Quality, Quality Measure, RAI Manual, Weight Loss
Q: Our facility has been flagged on the Weight Loss Quality Measure (QM. Upon reviewing the clinical records of residents identified with unplanned weight loss, we found several cases where a previous monthly weight documented on the prior MDS was likely inaccurate....
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 5, 2025 | Compliance, Dietary, Documentation, Nursing, Nutrition, Quality, Weight Loss
Q: Why is monitoring enteral feedings important in LTC? A: Monitoring ensures the resident is receiving the correct nutrition safely and effectively. It helps identify complications early, such as: Tube blockage or displacement Aspiration risk Intolerance...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 14, 2024 | Dietary, Nursing, Quality, Weight Loss
Maintaining adequate nutrition and hydration status is crucial to promoting quality of life and positive outcomes for each resident. Poor nutritional status can lead to adverse health effects, including decreased strength and functional abilities, depression,...
