Patient Education Management Archives – September 1, 2008
September 1, 2008
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Ongoing education about safe sleep practices to prevent SIDS
Currently, about 85% of parents put babies down to sleep on their backs. Yet other safe sleep practices also must be followed, and education on these must be as vigilant as that provided regarding putting babies to bed on their backs. -
Incorporating end-of-life issues into education
End-of-life issues should be discussed while people are in good health. Just as people prepare for birth, it is important to prepare for death. -
Class provides insight into caregiving pros and cons
A class for caregivers was established at the University of Minnesota, Fairview in Minneapolis, because caring for an ill family member is becoming common practice as more people are treated as outpatients. -
Journey to patient-centered care
The Planetree model is almost 30 years old, but its essence is timeless, says Janet Powell Morin, RN, chief culture officer and former vice president, patient care services at Mid-Columbia Medical Center (MCMC) in The Dalles, OR. -
Massages, reiki, oh my! Make patients feel at home
Who would ever believe that one could enter a hospital and confuse it for a spa? -
News Brief: Joint Commission speaks on behavior and safety
In early July, The Joint Commission issued a Sentinel Event Alert on behavior among health care professionals and its effect on care.