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Learn how the #NIHToolbox was used to investigate the correlation between inactivity levels and symptoms of post-intensive care syndrome in elderly ICU survivors. ⬇️Read more: https://ow.ly/ac2l50S4Fai

Shock Index is a tool that’s used by paramedics and EMTs to predict outcomes after physical trauma. The Shock Index measurement has been shown to be especially reliable at predicting hospital outcomes in rural areas where routes to the hospital are longer, and has been shown to provide a good indication of mortality when compared to other methods such as taking vital signs. Though the prehospital Shock Index has received some criticism, studies have shown Shock Index to be a much better indicator of the first signs of shock in trauma patients with catastrophic blood loss than vital signs in isolation. It is a method that can be helpful for determining if a patient needs intensive care, and also for identifying patients with higher chances of survival in cases of multiple trauma. #stopthebleed #bleedingcontrol #firstaid #firstresponder #TRUERESCUE https://lnkd.in/gEZPu5q2

In a non traditional palliative care setting like the Burns ICU, how feasible and beneficial is it to incorporate palliative/End of Life Care in "routine" care and howcan this be done? Since 2017, our team has been working consistently to generate evidence aimed at answering this question and towards the improvement of Palliative/ End of Life Care in the Burns ICU. In our recent study (link below) we look at the extent to which the practice recommendations we developed are being utilised / incorporated into the care of severely burned patients in our Burns ICU. Take a wild guess as to the extent of utilisation and have a read of our publication to see how good or off your guess was in comparison to the evidence generated through our studies. Many thanks to Jonathan Bayuo for the collaboration and continuous guidance. https://lnkd.in/e_9sarVn

Meet Kay, Manager of Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at Rose (pictured 4th from the left). In this unit, they take care of patients with a variety of cardiac-related conditions: heart attacks, heart failure, post-pacemaker, post-stent, stroke, and more. "My favorite part is the team on my unit. We have a great group of nurses, PCTs, cardiologists, and hospitalists that work well together to ensure the patients have the best possible outcomes." Kay is proud of the Telemetry department because of the team's flexibility and adaptability. "We take care of all kinds of patients who came in for another reason, but their heart started acting up while they were here! This makes us well-versed in [many] patient diagnoses." We asked Kay what questions she receives from patients most often: ❓ How do I know if I need to come back to the ER? "If you have sustained chest pain or shortness of breath. Always better to be safe than sorry." ❓ How did this happen? I eat healthy and exercise! "Family risk factors are a big cause of cardiac disease. Even those with a healthy lifestyle may have genetic conditions that are unrelated to diet and exercise." Happy Heart Month! How can Rose's cardiology program help you? https://bit.ly/3P0MVpw. #AmericanHeartMonth #HeartHealth American Heart Association

We are dedicated to revolutionizing patient care through innovative solutions that enhance clinical outcomes and streamline clinician workflows. In this blog post we explore how our technology is transforming how clinicians manage stroke care in the emergency department. We dive into: The critical importance of timely and efficient stroke care. How our technology supports clinicians in making rapid, informed decisions. Real-world impacts on patient outcomes and healthcare costs. With stroke being one of the leading causes of death and disability, improving the speed and accuracy at which clinician can provide care in the emergency department can save lives and reduce long-term disabilities. Our software provide ED teams with the information they need to deliver high-quality care swiftly and effectively. Join us in this journey to transform stroke care and improve patient outcomes. Read the article to learn more about our game-changing solution and how it is making a difference in emergency departments across the country. #HealthcareInnovation #StrokeCare #EmergencyMedicine #ClinicalOutcomes #DecisioHealth

Hospital delirium or ICU psychosis can be incredibly unsettling to loved ones and/or caregivers. Here's one of the best articles I've read on prevention, causes and what to do if it's happening to your loved one: https://lnkd.in/eGP74Smz

Severe stroke Don't Let Recovery Stall After a Stroke: Our LTAC Hospital Offers Specialized Care Suffering a severe stroke can be life-altering. While acute care hospitals provide crucial initial treatment, recovery often requires specialized, intensive therapy. That's where our Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Hospital comes in. What is an LTAC hospital? Our LTAC hospital bridges the gap between acute care and rehabilitation at home. We offer acute care services while focusing on maximizing a patient's functional abilities. How can our LTAC hospital help with stroke recovery? - Specialized Stroke Rehabilitation Teams: Physical, occupational, and speech therapists work together to create a personalized recovery plan that addresses mobility, communication, and daily living skills. - Advanced Technology: Our LTAC has access to cutting-edge equipment to enhance rehabilitation - 24/7 Medical Care: A team of doctors, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and respiratory therapists are available around the clock to manage any ongoing medical needs. Is our LTAC hospital right for you? If you've experienced a severe stroke and require: - Intensive rehabilitation therapy to regain strength, coordination, and communication skills. - Management of complex medical conditions alongside stroke recovery. - Weaning off a ventilator or other life support. Talk to your doctor about an LTAC referral. #StrokeRecovery #LTACHospital #Rehabilitation #LongTermCare #landmarkhospital

How to save manpower when doing head repositioning in prone position? 💰⛑️ Prone position has been frequently used in the intensive care units to improve the prognosis in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The need for head repositioning in the prone position every two hours complicates ICU management. In current situation, frequent labor-intensive patient handling maneuvers, significantly increasing harm to caregivers. "Optima Prone“ – provides solution for Pressure Injuries in #PronePosition. 📢Read more on the article: https://hubs.la/Q02scnsD0 📢Learn more of Optima prone https://hubs.la/Q02scnYz0  Wellell will introduce #Optimaprone at #CMEF2024. We hope you can stop by and experience our solution of #patientrecoverycare. #CMEF #cmefshanghai #medicalexhibition #chinahealthcare #medicaldevice #patientrecoverycare #healthcare #BeWellLiveWell #Wellell

Parliamentary Questions: Inpatient provision, hospital knowledge of NICE Guideline, and DHSC Delivery Plan on ME/CFS “1. To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether her Department is taking steps to increase inpatient provision for patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis. “2. To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, with reference to section 1.17 of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines entitled Myalgic encephalomyelitis (or encephalopathy) chronic fatigue syndrome: diagnosis and management, published on 29 October 2021, what steps her Department is taking to help ensure that hospital staff are aware of NICE guidelines for caring patients with very severe myalgic encephalomyelitis. “3. To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the Answer of 11 March 2024 to Question 16630 on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, when she plans to publish the final myalgic encephalomyelitis delivery plan. https://lnkd.in/e8Svj8qx #MECFS #healthandsocialcare #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis

Congestive Heart Failure is the most common cause of hospital admissions for people 65 and older in the US. These hospitalizations are sometimes avoidable. I want to thank Joyce Kyung and MaryDee Fisher for this project improving the lives of our patients with heart failure. This intervention can provide a framework for how quality, intensive heart failure education can be done in cardiac rehab. https://lnkd.in/eDJH3ZZx