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Step into the future of optimal patient care with the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines® quality improvement programs. Elevate your hospital's approach to cardiovascular and stroke care with our evidence-based continuous improvement programs to help you deliver better outcomes for your patients. By joining GWTG®, your hospital can stay up to date with the latest science-based research, closing the gaps between evidence, guidelines and implementation. Enhance your treatment protocols. Find out more in the link: https://lnkd.in/dnx7KbwN #GetWithTheGuidelines #AHAQualityImprovement #PatientOutcomes #QualityImprovementPrograms #CardiovascularCare #StrokeCare #EvidenceBasedCare #HospitalExcellence #ClinicalGuidelines

Join our blog competition and share your experiences! Answer this week's question: 'If you encounter someone with chest pain, how do you distinguish it from cardiac pain, and what immediate actions can you take while awaiting ambulance transport to the hospital?' Participate for a chance to win a cash prize of Rs. 2500 for the best blog entry! Submit your answer at AMT Blog: https://lnkd.in/dWVmbiPW #AMTBlog #BlogCompetition #Healthcare #EmergencyResponse #ChestPain #CardiacPain #FirstAid #MedicalKnowledge

Toothbrushing or teethbrushing? Either way, make sure that you or someone else in the hospital is taking good care of your teeth in order to shorten your hospital stay and prevent hospital-acquired pneumonia. Especially if someone is on a ventilator. You can also prevent hospitalization in the first place by taking needed medications regularly, possibly with the help of MediTeddi! #pneumonia #MediTeddi #medicationadherence

Day 29:Understanding the Respirometer Today, I delved into the fascinating world of the Respirometer, a crucial device in respiratory care. Respirometers are used to measure the volume of air inhaled and exhaled by the lungs, providing essential data on a patient's lung capacity and function. This device is particularly important for monitoring patients with respiratory conditions, aiding in diagnosis and treatment planning. By ensuring accurate and consistent measurements, Respirometers play a vital role in improving patient outcomes in various healthcare settings. #BiomedicalEngineering #MedicalDevices #RespiratoryCare #HealthcareInnovation Atheenapandian Private Limited

Does respiratory season leave your urgent care clinic feeling overwhelmed? Having access to rapid PCR results can make a world of difference for you and your patients. 📅 Join us for a free #webinar on June 13 to explore how syndromic testing can empower your clinical decisions and elevate the patient experience! Our expert speaker will detail practical strategies to address current challenges in the urgent care setting and help you navigate this year's respiratory season with confidence. Are you ready to transform your approach to respiratory diagnostics? Save your seat 👉 bit.ly/3VrfhwL #urgentcare #syndromictessting #patientcare #respiratoryseason

50% of #patients are doing something wrong with their #medications within two days of #discharge from #hospital. Dr. Stephanie Sibicky, PharmD, outlines the critical tactics for circumventing medication errors following Project RED principles. #MedicationErrors #ProjectRED #Project REDSolutions https://ow.ly/6czj50QbtI4

📢 We are excited to share a compelling case report recently published in the upcoming "Case Clinics in Mechanical Cough Assisted Therapy," edited by Antonio M. Esquinas MD, PhD, FNIV, FCCP, Governor for Spain at ICRC. 🏥 This study details the innovative treatment approach for a 71-year-old patient suffering from myasthenia gravis and acute respiratory failure due to COVID-19 pneumonia. The use of a Mechanical In/Exsufflator (MI-E) device proved to be highly effective in managing sputum retention and avoiding a tracheostomy, showcasing significant improvements in the patient's respiratory function and overall health. 💡 Key Insights: - Effective use of MI-E device with specific pressure settings and patient positioning. - Remarkable recovery and improvement in patient's condition. - Highlights the crucial role of advanced mechanical cough assistance in critical care. This case report is a testament to the advancements in respiratory therapy and the ongoing efforts to improve patient care in critical settings. #HealthcareInnovation #RespiratoryTherapy #COVID19 #MechanicalCoughAssistance #BiWazeCough #PatientCare

Early detection is crucial for timely treatment, reducing hospital admissions, and improving patient outcomes in Heart Failure diganosis. The May 2024* diagnostic data from NHSE shows how many and how long people are waiting to have an Echo across England. For instance, in the South West, approximately 10% of patients wait more than 13 weeks, while in North East & Yorkshire, about 80% of patients are seen within 6 weeks. These discrepancies emphasise the need for efficient digital diagnostic tools to streamline early detection and ensure timely care across all regions Our digital diagnostic pathway is evidenced to reduce waits for diagnosis and treatment by 78% get in touch to discuss #DigitalHealth #ChronicConditions #DigitalDiagnosis 👇 https://lnkd.in/eMnujEt3 *NHSE May 2024 echo waits published 11 July 2024

🧠📈 Understanding the importance of External Ventricular Drains (EVDs) is crucial in neurocritical care. Explore SNACC's comprehensive EVD campaign to enhance patient safety and outcomes. Learn more: #SNACC #NeuroCriticalCare #EVD #PatientSafety https://ow.ly/GMPt50St6jt

Delving into the realm of cardiac care, it's essential to unravel the intricacies of the medications commonly prescribed to patients diagnosed with cardiac conditions. From anticoagulants and ACE inhibitors to calcium channel blockers and cholesterol-lowering medications, each medication plays a crucial role in managing heart health. By familiarizing care teams with these medications and their respective functions, we empower them to deliver specialized care tailored to the unique needs of cardiac patients. Let's equip our care teams with the knowledge and expertise needed to optimize patient outcomes and promote heart health. 💊🏥 #RNDelegation #EngagementThroughEducation #ContinuingEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #NursingLeadership #CNATraining #MedicationDelegation #InfectionControl #PPETraining #DirectCare #ManagementTraining #LeadershipDevelopment #StateReadinessTraining #HealthcareEducation #CareTeamDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #EducationEmpowers #LearnAndLead