This LTC Connect recording discusses the top reasons for emergency department (ED) visits and how to recognize early changes in condition to minimize risk for nursing home residents. Additionally, a TMF Quality Innovation Network–Quality Improvement Organization (QIN-QIO) specialist reviewed strategies to reduce preventable ED visits and to engage residents and their families in the decision-making process.
Listeners will learn:
- What are the top reasons for emergency department (ED) visits from nursing home residents
- How to recognize early changes in condition to minimize risk for nursing home residents
- Review strategies to reduce preventable ED visits
- How to engage residents and their families in the decision-making process
Intended Audience
Health Care Providers
QIN-QIO
Organized by
TMF Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization
Cost
N/A
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Presented By
Speaker Bio
Yolanda Velez, MHA, BSN, RN, LNFA, CPHQ, QCP, Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist, TMF Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization