Patient Safety Learning’s Post

Medical disbelief is costing lives.💔 People often ridicule, debunk, and dismiss an all-too-common syndrome, resulting in deaths due to ignorance. Discover why trusting patients' voices is crucial in healthcare today. Dr. Patricia Farrell explores this pressing issue on Medika Life: https://lnkd.in/etbSysmt #PatientCare #PatientAdvocacy #PatientSafety #HospitalMortality #MentalHealth #Healthcare #HealthSystems

"Doctors rarely advise patients to fall down a rabbit hole online. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do research. The best patient is the informed patient, according to Dr. Benita Petri-Pickstone. She says a vital aspect of self-advocacy is for patients to take an active role in their health, which means doing their research ahead of time so they can ask informed questions. Be proactive, raise any concerns with your doctor, and don’t hesitate to ask a multitude of questions, she says. 'The patient who tends to get the better care is usually one that is more vocal and asks informed questions about things based on what they’ve read and based on symptoms that they are feeling,' Petri-Pickstone says." #patientadvocacy #selfadvocate #cancerpatient #patienteducation #cancerdiagnosis https://lnkd.in/ePc3QMr4

The systematic implementation of CGAs in post-ICU care has the potential to optimize patient outcomes by offering targeted interventions, personalized management plans, and tailored care models, thus contributing to the overall improvement of health care delivery for ICU survivors. https://lnkd.in/eMVQ5mMZ

NPs play a pivotal role in improving outcomes by fostering patient engagement and adherence. By embracing this holistic approach, NPs are poised to enhance the quality of care and well-being of patients with #CKD and #HTN. Read more in this July #NCPD article. #APRNs #NursePractitioners https://ow.ly/4uLI50Sxi8Q

Falls are a serious concern for elderly patients, often leading to severe injuries, loss of independence, and a decline in overall health. For healthcare providers, preventing these incidents is a top priority, and vestibular health plays a crucial role in reducing fall risks. The VAT ENGPlus System is a cutting-edge diagnostic tool designed to address these challenges by identifying vestibular dysfunctions early, allowing for targeted treatment and proactive care. In this post, we’ll explore how the VAT ENGPlus System is helping primary care providers reduce fall risks in elderly patients. https://lnkd.in/gaGgZUGj

NPs play a pivotal role in improving outcomes by fostering patient engagement and adherence. By embracing this holistic approach, NPs are poised to enhance the quality of care and well-being of patients with #CKD and #HTN. Read more in this July #NCPD article. #APRNs #NursePractitioners https://ow.ly/4uLI50Sxi8Q

A recent study published by the Validation Institute compared 5,651 ❣ Hello Heart ❣ users with 5,651 non-users, unveiling that Hello Heart users exhibit lower annual medical costs and decreased hospital inpatient services usage. 📊 Key findings include: - 💰 Hello Heart users enjoy a 17% reduction in annual healthcare costs - 🏥 They spend 3.8 fewer days in the hospital compared to non-users - 📈 Non-users, on the other hand, experienced a substantial increase of 9.9 days in inpatient stays The analysis meticulously matched users and non-users from the same organizations based on age, sex, and prior medical and cardiovascular costs. Curious about how Hello Heart can assist your organization in achieving similar outcomes? Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eMGE6eKd #DigitalHealth #HeartHealth #EmployeeWellness #EmployeeBenefits

Understanding the Clinical Frailty Scale: A Key Tool in Geriatric Care The Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) is a valuable tool used by healthcare professionals to assess the overall health and vulnerability of older adults. - CFS is developed to help predict outcomes such as hospitalization, mortality, and the need for long-term care - CFS uses a simple 9-point scale to measure an individual's level of frailty. - The scale ranges from "Very Fit" (score 1) to "Terminally Ill" (score 9) - Provides a comprehensive snapshot of a patient’s functional status by focusing on daily activities, cognition, and overall health. - CFS helps guide treatment decisions, improve patient outcomes, and allocate healthcare resources more effectively. As populations age globally, tools like the CFS are increasingly crucial in managing geriatric care allowing proactive interventions and early referrals for specialised support. By focusing on frailty, primary care providers can ensure that aging patients receive appropriate, holistic care that maximizes their independence and quality of life. How can we better integrate frailty assessment into everyday primary care to improve patient outcomes? #ClinicalFrailty #FamilyMedicine #PreventativeHealth #HealthcareInnovation #PatientCare #PatientOutcomes #FrailtyScoring #PrimaryCare

In the fourth of a six-part Healio series, learn how our co-founder Katherine Saunders, MD, approaches collaboration among multiple practitioners, especially primary care providers.