TIP OF THE WEEK
Communicate efficiently using the SBAR technique
SBAR is a structured communication technique designed to convey a great deal of information in a succinct and brief manner. This is important as we all have different styles of communicating, varying by profession, culture and gender.
SITUATION
A concise statement of the problem: what is going on now. For example, “Mr. Smith is experiencing a five on the ten-point pain scale focused on his right knee, which is an increase of three points since yesterday.”
BACKGROUND
Pertinent and brief information related to the situation: what has happened. For example, “Mr. Smith had a total knee replacement and was transferred to our facility two weeks ago for rehabilitation.”
ANALYSIS
Analysis and considerations of options: what you found/think is going on. For example, “I suspect that the increased activity influenced this change.”
RECOMMENDATION
Request/recommend action: what you want done. For example, ”Could you write an order for PRN pain meds to be given before therapy to head off any discomfort from the increased activity?”
Download the SBAR Nursing Home Package for more information.
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT
Essential Systems for Quality Care for Pressure Ulcers
Key systems addressed in this summary table are the organization, screening, assessment, and plans of care for pressure ulcers. Key interventions include building interdisciplinary pressure ulcer teams or workgroups, standardizing pressure ulcer risk screening and monitoring, and designating accountability and oversight for all care plans, including those related to pressure ulcers.
IN THE NEWS
MARCH IS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH
March 2007 -- CMS -- March is National Nutrition Month(r) - Please join with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in promoting increased awareness of nutrition, healthful eating and the medical nutrition therapy (MNT) benefit covered by Medicare. Approximately 8.6 million Americans1 at least 60 years or older are diagnosed with diabetes or acute renal failure. MNT provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional may result in improved diabetes and renal disease management and other health outcomes and may help delay disease progression.
Medicare provides coverage of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for beneficiaries diagnosed with diabetes or renal disease (except for those receiving dialysis) when provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional who meets the provider qualifications requirement, or a "grandfathered" dietitian or nutritionist who was licensed or certified as of December 21, 2000. A referral by the beneficiary's treating physician indicating a diagnosis of diabetes or renal disease is required. Medicare provides coverage for 3 hours of MNT in the first year and 2 hours in subsequent years. Read more >>
SENIORS CAN GET CARE AT HOME WITH HELP FROM STATE PROGRAM
March 7, 2007 -- Mansfield News Journal -- McCoy has been able to care for her mother at home through a state-funded Medicaid waiver program called PASSPORT Home Care, which is managed locally by the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging. Read more >>
NEW PROGRAM HELPS OLDER NEW YORKERS PREVENT AND RECOVER FROM FALLS
March 2, 2007 -- Newswire -- Whether it's slipping in a bath or on an icy sidewalk, one out of every three older persons falls every year. These incidents are responsible for an astonishing 70 percent of accidental deaths in persons 75 years of age and older. Addressing this issue, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/The Allen Pavilion has opened a new clinical facility and program dedicated to providing advanced prevention and treatment of falls and fainting (syncope) for senior citizens—a first for the New York City area. Read more >>
OHIO KEPRO EVENTS
COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE CONFERENCE CALLS
Choose one or more topics of interests and dial in to discuss best practices and barriers to improvement with your peers in the nursing home industry. These calls are designed for interactive discussion; come prepared to discuss your successes and barriers.
Dial-In: 1.800.895-1715
Conference ID: COP
Topic |
Call One |
Call Two |
Pressure Ulcers |
3/13/07, 10AM or 3/15/07, 2PM |
4/17/07, 10AM or 4/19/07, 2PM |
Pain |
3/27/07, 10AM or 3/29/07, 2PM |
4/24/07, 10AM or 4/26/07, 2PM |
Restraints |
4/3/07, 10AM or 4/5/07, 2PM |
5/1/07, 10AM or 5/3/07, 2PM |
For more information, please contact the Nursing Home Team at 1-800-385-5080
View all Ohio KePRO educational opportunities for nursing homes >>
INDUSTRY EVENTS
Roadmap for Change: A Practical Guide for Caring in a New Way
March 20, 2007, Villa Milano Banquet and Conference Center, Columbus Ohio
Registration fee: $75
Navigating the MDS Through the Ohio Medicaid Reimbursement System
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
June 11, 2007 or August 23, 2007
Call Cheryl Robertson at (614) 466-9088 for more information.
Upcoming CMS Webcasts
How to Enhance the Quality of Dining Assistance in Nursing Homes
March 16, 2007, 1:00 p.m.
Advancing Excellence in Nursing Homes
April 23, 2007, 1:00 p.m.
From Institutional to Individual Care Part III: Clinical Case Studies in Culture Change
April 27, 2007, 1:00 p.m.
Medicare Learning Network: Learning resources and products for the healthcare professional.
Alzheimer’s Association Training Events
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Courses
Ohio Department of Health, Technical Assistance Program – New Programs
Ohio Health Care Association Events
An archive of The Nursing Home Weekly Update is available on our Web site. Click here >>
