Quality in elderly care

The magazine for quality development in nursing homes is published by Sofrosyne. New theme for quality in elderly care twice a week.

What can you do as a resident, care staff, manager, nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist or relative to ensure that "Mom will be fine"? - Our motto is "Better care every day".

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  • 2025-01-20 04:00 13 Hygien
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    Management of hand hygiene and staff clothing is crucial to prevent the spread of infection.

    This article has been translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    It is important to follow basic hygiene routines in nursing homes. Both staff and residents can be carriers of multi-resistant bacteria or viruses, and a major task is to have safe routines so that infection does not spread. If an outbreak occurs, the operation is often forced to take extensive infection control measures to prevent further spread. It is important not to have long nails, fake nails, rings, and other things that risk contributing to the spread of infection.

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  • 2025-01-16 04:00 04 Bemötande, 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    Communication is fundamental in good care

    This article is AI-translated and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Communication with our elderly requires special demands on us who work in healthcare. Hearing impairments, dementia, aphasia, language difficulties and more can further complicate. It is important to be aware of the non-verbal communication. Those who do not understand what is said notice body language, gestures, facial expressions and tone of voice. Treatment and communication go hand in hand. In the end, listening is a skill that not only strengthens our relationship with the care recipient but also improves the overall care and support we can offer. It provides room for mutual understanding and cooperation, and it is a key factor in creating a positive and supportive care environment.

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  • 2025-01-13 00:00 14 Läkemedelshantering

    Do you have good prescription support for medication management?

    This article is AI-translated and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Availability of accurate prescription documents is a concern for some operations. Telephone prescriptions, temporary prescriptions, and as-needed medications also need to be included. Effective collaboration with the resident's doctor is important. Errors in medication management are serious deviations that can have severe consequences for the resident.

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  • 2025-01-02 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 07 Riskhantering, 03 Ledarskap, 05 Planering
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    What is the work environment like at night?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Nights at a nursing home are a special time with low staffing. Someone is anxious, a colleague needs help with a turn. The nursing assistant is alone with sometimes difficult decisions. Working at night is often solitary work. Night work in care involves occupational risks and is covered by several of the Swedish Work Environment Authority's regulations. For the caregiver, it is also important to provide night staff with specially targeted continuing education that is adapted to the challenges they face. Good care and a good working environment go hand in hand.

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  • 2024-12-30 04:00 17 Psykisk hälsa
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    Involuntary loneliness can lead to both mental and physical ill health.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Loneliness in nursing homes is a serious challenge that must be taken seriously. By allowing the elderly to continue to be an active part of society and giving them the opportunity to interact and participate in various activities, we can help alleviate the feeling of loneliness and isolation. Every individual deserves to experience safety and social contact, regardless of age and the place where they live. Many elderly people also experience mental illness. Through care, we can enhance the mental well-being of our residents.

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  • 2024-12-23 04:00 01 Kvalitet

    An elderly care home is a home.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    For most of us, a home is a place where we feel comfortable, can be ourselves, and feel safe. Many have social contacts with neighbors, the habit of going to a certain store, walking areas, and nature that influences the feeling of what is home. A home means freedom to decide for yourself. Often, memories, habits, and traditions are linked to the home.

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  • 2024-12-19 04:00 17 Psykisk hälsa
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    All nursing homes have residents living with dementia.

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Those who live in nursing homes often have a dementia disease that affects their lives. With knowledge about dementia, we can facilitate everyday life and reduce the risk of worry and anxiety. Disease progression and symptoms are related to the type of dementia the resident has. With knowledge, response and adapted activities, it is possible to create a good everyday life.

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  • 2024-12-16 04:00 01 Kvalitet
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    Do you have good routines for reporting Lex Maria and Lex Sarah?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    We frequently read about reported incidents in healthcare. The fact that they are reported can contribute to the investigation leading to better care and preventing others from being affected. A well-conducted investigation also gives the resident and relatives an opportunity to understand what has happened and what the unit is doing to ensure it does not happen again. Many healthcare injuries occur in a nursing home. Sometimes there are deficiencies in the care of the residents. An incident report should always be written if someone is injured or receives inadequate care. In case of healthcare injury, one may be entitled to compensation from the patient insurance. However, the most important thing is for the operation to learn from the mistakes so that no more people are affected. Recurring education is needed.

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  • 2024-12-15 04:00 02 Värdegrund
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    The tension between the medical and social perspective

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Maintaining care hygiene, medical safety, compassion, and homeliness at the same time can be a balancing act. There is a tension between the social and medical perspectives, but it does not have to be a problem if the activity has a secure and firmly anchored set of values. The set of values is reflected in the view of humanity that prevails in the activity.

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  • 2024-12-12 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    Prevent contractures, maintain mobility and reduce discomfort

    This text is translated with the support of AI and is related to Swedish conditions. I hope that it can inspire the development of care in other countries as well.

    If one becomes bedridden and does not get to stretch their joints, it can lead to deformities in a short time. Preventing contractures in nursing homes is about being proactive, attentive, and engaged in preserving the mobility and well-being of the elderly. By following these preventive measures, we can contribute to making life in nursing homes more comfortable and active for our elderly citizens.

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  • 2024-12-09 04:00 01 Kvalitet
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    Deviations, comments and complaints

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Discrepancies in care should be investigated and remedied. The aim is to work with continuous improvements so that the same mistake does not occur multiple times. It is important to communicate about discrepancies and provide feedback. It is crucial that discrepancies are used for improvements. They should never be used to find scapegoats. The person who reports discrepancies must receive feedback in order for the operation to constantly improve.

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  • 2024-12-05 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    Need for rest, relaxation and touch

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Many elderly people have a need for rest, relaxation, and touch. Skin thirst is a concept that is beginning to be used for the basic need for closeness that we humans have. In elderly care and care environments, it is important to consider the need for touch and ensure that elderly people receive enough physical contact. Staff in elderly care should be aware of the importance of touch in care and treatment and work to create a care environment that promotes touch. At the same time, all touch must be on the resident's terms.

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  • 2024-12-02 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 13 Hygien, 07 Riskhantering, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    Wound Care Routines

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Lack of wound care routines can have severe consequences for the resident. By paying attention to signs of pressure injury, edema, dry skin, and other signs of risk for wounds, it is possible to prevent wounds from occurring. Those suffering from diabetes, impaired circulation, malnutrition, infections, and a reduced general condition are at higher risk of developing wounds or having wound healing worsen.

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  • 2024-11-27 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 17 Psykisk hälsa

    Functional changes affecting the nervous system

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Functional changes related to the nervous system can affect well-being. Parkinson's disease and MS are examples of diseases that cause symptoms from the nervous system. Some people are highly sensitive to various sensory impressions and can therefore find certain situations difficult. Many have pain that affects their quality of life. Knowledge and good care can reduce suffering.

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  • 2024-11-25 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död

    The last time of life - how we create dignified care in the final stage of life

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Providing end-of-life care requires knowledge, empathy, and planning. By recognizing signs of suffering, having an open dialogue with loved ones, and using the cornerstones of palliative care, care can alleviate pain and give the resident a dignified and peaceful final time. There is good knowledge about how we provide residents with good end-of-life care. For the staff, it is important to recognize signs of suffering and the cornerstones of palliative care. Symptoms of suffering can be alleviated with effective medication.

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  • 2024-11-21 04:00 09 Mat och måltid, 12 Personlig omvårdnad

    Feeding another person is not entirely easy.

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    What can contribute to a good meal situation? Many residents need help with food and meals. Some also have difficulty swallowing. Feeding another person is not easy. Good sitting position, aids in connection with the meal, peace and quiet, and adapted diet are some factors that can facilitate the meal.

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  • 2024-11-15 05:28

    Choose the Right Nursing Home – A Guide for Residents and Relatives

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can be of assistance to those interested from other countries.

    Are the care homes being built now those of yesterday or tomorrow? Architecture and planning seem to be based on the assumption that regulations and people's desires will not change. Choosing a care home is an important decision that affects both the quality of life and the security of the resident. To find a care home that meets expectations and needs, it is important to create a clear picture of what the home offers and how it works with quality and care. Here is a guide with concrete steps to help you and your relatives make a thoughtful decision.

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  • 2024-11-13 04:00 04 Bemötande, 02 Värdegrund
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    Discussing existential questions requires time, knowledge, and a willingness to listen.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    For those living in elder care, there is time to reflect on life and death. The care can help the resident to see the meaning of life. For some, the questions can become brooding, i.e., recurring questions that do not have obvious answers. Having someone who stops and listens can help the resident sort out their thoughts and find peace.

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  • 2024-11-11 03:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 07 Riskhantering, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    Preventive work against pressure injuries in the nursing home: Tips and strategies for safe care

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interest from other countries.

    Pressure injuries, also known as pressure sores, are injuries that can occur when the skin and underlying tissue are subjected to prolonged pressure. For elderly people in a residence, these injuries can lead to pain, infections, and reduced quality of life. Through good preventive work, the nursing home can reduce the risk of pressure injuries and provide the residents with a safer and more comfortable everyday life.

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  • 2024-11-07 03:00 05 Planering, 07 Riskhantering, 01 Kvalitet
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    The importance of continuous improvements for quality in care at the nursing home - Creating a safer and more efficient care environment

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Healthcare quality is about patient safety and systematic quality work. The patient safety report is a foundation for planning the quality safety work. Many healthcare providers produce a more comprehensive quality and patient safety report. Self-monitoring, risk analysis, deviation management, internal audits, complaint handling, etc. are important parts of the work with continuous improvements in the business.

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  • 2024-11-04 04:00 19 Samhället utanför
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    Trust in healthcare

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    There are many factors that influence trust in healthcare. Confidentiality protects the individual, while freedom of speech is meant to prevent irregularities from being silenced by the management of the operation. Some people also need protected identities as they live under threat. As employees, we have a responsibility for how we talk about our nursing home, as it affects trust in healthcare.

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  • 2024-10-31 04:00 04 Bemötande
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    Creating quality in the meeting

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can be beneficial for those interested from other countries.

    Communication with our elderly poses unique challenges for us who work in healthcare. Hearing impairments, dementia, aphasia, language difficulties and more can further complicate matters. It's crucial to be aware of non-verbal communication. Those who don't understand what is being said, notice body language, gestures, facial expressions, and tone of voice. Treatment and communication go hand in hand. By trying to understand non-verbal communication as well, we can alleviate pain and anxiety. It's important that the staff is available and takes the time to listen in order to understand the resident's needs.

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  • 2024-10-28 04:00 09 Mat och måltid
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    Customized food in the nursing home – why individually tailored meals are important

    This article is written from Swedish perspectives. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Knowledge about tailored nutrition is necessary in elderly care. For the resident, it's about well-being and respect, but also an important risk-preventing feature in care. Tailored nutrition in elderly homes is about more than serving food. It's about meeting each resident's needs to promote well-being and health. By offering nutritious, consistency-adapted, and specially tailored meals, while creating a pleasant meal situation, the elderly home can improve the residents' quality of life and well-being.

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  • 2024-10-25 04:00 19 Samhället utanför
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    Specialized Elderly Homes: Create a Tailored Care Environment for the Elderly

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Profiled residences are becoming increasingly common. The most common might be language residences with a profile towards Finnish-speaking residents, but it is possible to create many other profiles. Taking advantage of one's strengths and making something good out of it provides clarity for the elderly when they are moving to a nursing home. There are healthcare companies that make profiling their hallmark. Are you making the most of your strengths in the best way possible? Specialized nursing homes offer unique and tailor-made care for the elderly, where different profiles and orientations create a meaningful and enriching existence.

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  • 2024-10-21 04:00 01 Kvalitet
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    Quality in elderly care is created in the present, in the meeting between the staff, residents and relatives.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    As a relative, it may be important to know if mom has been out for a walk today. In a nursing home, activities of various kinds are constantly taking place. At the same time, it may be that the resident does not remember if they have been outside or participated in activities. Then it is important that it is documented in a simple way.

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  • 2024-10-16 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    For some people, herbal remedies are a gentler alternative that works for them.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Many people who move into nursing homes have habits they want to maintain even after the move. It can be important to talk about these habits to avoid unnecessary worry. When it comes to care in nursing homes, safety and accuracy in medication management are of utmost importance. This also applies to natural remedies, such as herbal extracts, vitamins and dietary supplements. Despite these products often being marketed as "natural", it doesn't always mean they are completely safe, especially for older individuals who may have other health issues or take multiple medications. Therefore, safely managing natural remedies is an important part of care in the nursing home.

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  • 2024-10-14 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering

    Reduce the risk of drug thefts in nursing homes: Effective measures for increased security

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Effective strategies for preventing drug thefts in nursing homes. Through a combination of safe medication management, open communication and continuous staff training, nursing homes can create a safer and more secure environment for both residents and staff. It is important to have secure routines for drug handling. With secure routines, shrinkage is detected early and the risk of theft is reduced. In addition, the risk of employees being drawn into drug abuse is reduced.

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  • 2024-10-10 04:00 13 Hygien
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    Hygiene classes and cleaning routines at the nursing home – this is how we ensure cleanliness and safety

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested people from other countries

    In a nursing home, cleaning and hygiene are extremely important for the residents to feel good and to reduce the risk of the spread of infection. Different spaces in a nursing home place different requirements on how thoroughly they must be cleaned, and therefore they are divided into different hygiene classes.

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  • 2024-10-07 04:00 09 Mat och måltid, 13 Hygien
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    Safe and Secure Food Handling at the Elderly Home: the risks of cheating with food storage

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Food and nutrition are an important part of the quality of care in a nursing home. Good knowledge of food hygiene, nutrition, special diets, and creating a cozy dining situation are essential for the well-being of the residents. Safe food handling requires knowledge and is surrounded by rules. It is important to keep track of the food that is served, so that it does not spoil and cause someone to get sick. There are examples where food has been mishandled and caused people to get sick, there are even those who have died from improperly handled food.

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  • 2024-10-03 04:00 03 Ledarskap, 15 Handlingsberedskap
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    Leadership, team and individual

    This article is written from the perspective of Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    We are in a transitional period where "New Public Management", which involves results-based management with the aim of increasing efficiency, is increasingly being questioned and "Trust-based management and governance" is emerging as an alternative. The value base must guide the development work.

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  • 2024-10-03 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt, 09 Mat och måltid

    Living to a Hundred - About Health and Aging

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    We can each do a lot to keep our bodies and brains active well into old age. Aging means that both the body and the brain change, but that does not mean that we cannot influence our health and quality of life. By staying physically active and mentally stimulated, we can increase our chances of having a healthier and more joyful old age. Keeping both the body and the brain active is the key to a healthy and joyful old age. By being physically active, keeping the brain stimulated, eating right, and taking care of our mental health, we can maintain our function and quality of life well into old age. Regular physical activity, social contact, and mental stimulation all contribute to strengthening both body and soul.

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  • 2024-10-02 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    Secure routines for self-care in elderly homes: Promoting independence and safety

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested in other countries.

    By having safe routines for health and medical care interventions that are considered to be self-care, the elderly home can promote independence and well-being among the residents while maintaining the safety and quality of care. With the right support and guidance, the residents can feel safe and be treated with respect for their individual needs and desires.

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  • 2024-09-30 04:00 09 Mat och måltid

    I want to be able to offer my guests food and coffee even at the nursing home - This is how the nursing home creates a welcoming environment for visitors.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can provide inspiration for those interested from other countries.

    Receiving visitors at the nursing home is an important part of the well-being and quality of life of the residents. By creating a welcoming environment for visitors, the nursing home can contribute to both residents and their relatives feeling safe, comfortable, and appreciated. When I have guests, I want to be able to offer my guests food and coffee. Maybe also a glass of wine or a little liqueur with the coffee. I will ask about this before I agree to move in. A welcoming nursing home creates a safe and warm atmosphere for both residents and their relatives. By offering an inviting environment, friendly treatment, adapted spaces, and engaging activities, the nursing home can strengthen the bonds between residents and their close ones, making each visit a positive experience.

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  • 2024-09-26 04:00 06 Dokumentation
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    This is how the nursing home works with social documentation to improve the care of the residents

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire people from other countries.

    In the social journal, important events should be written. What is important can vary. If there is a well-formulated implementation plan and it is possible to document that one has worked according to it, the need to write journal text decreases. It can also be important to document activities that have been offered and when authorized personnel have been contacted regarding health issues. Social documentation is a central tool in the work at elderly homes to ensure individualized care and high quality.

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  • 2024-09-23 04:00 07 Riskhantering, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    Thus, the nursing home can reduce the risk of residents with dementia getting lost without locking them up

    This article is written from Swedish perspectives. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Many people living in elderly homes have dementia and risk getting lost if they leave the elderly home. The staff at the elderly home need to have a good working method to oversee the residents. It is important to find a good working method so that the residents do not get lost. Creating a safe environment for residents with dementia is an important part of the care at the elderly home. However, it is a challenge to balance the resident's freedom with the need for safety, especially in terms of the risk of a person with dementia wandering off and getting lost. In Sweden, it is not allowed to lock people in dementia homes, which requires other methods to ensure safety without infringing on freedom.

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  • 2024-09-19 04:00 09 Mat och måltid
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    Need for adapted nutritional intake

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Many older people need special diets to avoid malnutrition. Special diets can be of various kinds. Consistency adapted such as timbale diet. Energy or protein-enriched diet. Diet for diabetes, allergies, or based on a religious belief. Even though people make different choices, caregivers have a responsibility to ensure that no one starves. Malnutrition and malnourishment risk leading to health damages. Doctors, nurses, and dietitians need to cooperate with nursing assistants and care workers to ensure that the resident gets the right amount of nutrition.

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  • 2024-09-16 04:00 01 Kvalitet

    The benefits of quality certifying the nursing home - which certifications can strengthen the quality

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    By certifying the quality of the elderly care home, it ensures that the operation delivers high quality and safety to both residents and staff. Quality assurance contributes to improved care, increased credibility, and a stronger improvement work. Here are some of the certifications that may be relevant and the advantages of implementing them.

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  • 2024-09-12 04:00 01 Kvalitet
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    This is how you create satisfied residents and relatives at the nursing home - concrete examples and strategies

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    More and more people believe that residents and their relatives need to be given the opportunity to participate in efforts to improve the quality of care in senior facilities. By focusing on person-centered care, offering meaningful activities, and maintaining clear communication, the senior care facility can ensure that both residents and their relatives feel safe and satisfied.

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  • 2024-09-09 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 16 Sjukdom och död
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    So the nursing home strengthens preparedness to handle emergency situations

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Having a strong preparedness for emergency situations is crucial for the safety of the nursing home. With the right routines, training, and communication, staff can act quickly and effectively when an emergency arises. Here are some important measures to strengthen preparedness and ensure that the nursing home is ready for emergency events.

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  • 2024-09-05 04:00 19 Samhället utanför, 03 Ledarskap, 02 Värdegrund
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    This is how you prevent discrimination at the nursing home and create an inclusive environment

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can be useful for those interested from other countries.

    Preventing discrimination in healthcare is important. Discrimination sometimes occurs without us realizing it based on gender, origin, age or sexual orientation. In a nursing home, violations can occur from virtually all aspects. Both residents, staff, and relatives can be subjected to discrimination.

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  • 2024-09-02 04:00

    Improving the quality of life for residents with hearing impairment at the nursing home

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can be useful for those interested from other countries.

    Hearing loss is a common challenge among the elderly, and it can have a significant impact on their quality of life. By making simple but effective adaptations, the elderly home can improve the daily life for residents with hearing loss and ensure that they feel included, safe and heard. A good sound environment is important for the quality of life for those who have impaired hearing. If someone has a hearing aid, it should function to be useful.

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  • 2024-08-23 04:00 04 Bemötande, 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    What is it that keeps some of our elderly healthy?

    This article is written from the perspective of Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Research shows that if we have a sense of coherence (SOC), i.e., see meaning in existence, understand our situation, and have knowledge, it is easier to maintain health. You can be seriously ill and still experience health, and care can contribute to making everyday life meaningful, understandable, and manageable, so that it takes care of the health of the residents. Salutogenic, that which keeps us healthy, is the opposite of pathogenic, which means that which makes us sick.

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  • 2024-07-15 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    The operation needs to have good routines when testing aids.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    There is a risk that healthcare, in its effort to protect, infringes on people's freedom and rights. We regard all adults as legally competent. This also applies to those affected by dementia. Therefore, it is important to be receptive to all situations that can be perceived as coercion. Consent is important. If someone cannot communicate, it is often still possible to interpret the experience of, for example, a positioning belt.

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  • 2024-07-11 04:00 11 MTP
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    Do you know your aids for the elderly? Worth knowing about assistive device management at the nursing home.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    There are many types of aids in a nursing home. Many of them are medical technology products (MTP) and need to be checked and maintained at specified intervals based on the requirements in the product sheets. Others are work technical aids that help to make the employees' work environment safe. It could be tools that facilitate movement. Most homes also have care beds that can be adjusted in various ways and mattresses that reduce the risk of pressure sores. There are also alarms to reduce various risks. Functional aids and employees who understand how to use them correctly are fundamental to safe and secure care. Therefore, preventive maintenance of aids is important in the operation.

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  • 2024-07-08 04:00 01 Kvalitet

    The right level of ambition is key to success

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    By working strategically with change management, elderly care can become more flexible, efficient, and adaptable to changing needs and requirements. This can in turn lead to improved care and quality of life for the elderly. Excessive measurement can result in lower quality, certification can add value.

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  • 2024-07-04 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 06 Dokumentation, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 04 Bemötande
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    So you strengthen the language skills of language-weak employees at the nursing home

    This article is AI-translated and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Care staff meet elderly people in vulnerable situations on a daily basis. The operation needs to have routines to ensure that those who are employed in the operation have sufficient knowledge to understand and talk to the residents and relatives. As well as being able to document what happens and to be able to describe changes in health status for example to a nurse on duty.

    It is crucial that all employees have good language skills, in order to maintain high quality in care and nursing in the elderly home. By working with strategies and measures to strengthen language skills, the elderly home can create a more inclusive and efficient work environment.

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  • 2024-06-27 04:33 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Safe drug handling, a basis for patient safety and thus the residents' well-being at the nursing home

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Deviations with medication can have serious consequences for the elderly. Safe routines and good systems to reduce risks make a big difference. The routines for medication management must be known and followed by all so that medication is administered in a safe way.

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  • 2024-06-24 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler

    When the heat wave comes, it is important to have knowledge and a strategy to protect the residents and the staff.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Almost every summer there is a period that is designated as a heatwave. This greatly affects those living in nursing homes. Yet, few nursing homes are designed to provide a comfortable indoor climate regardless of the season. Therefore, the staff must have good routines to deal with the heatwave. By taking measures, the staff at nursing homes can ensure that the residents and even they themselves are protected from the potentially dangerous effects of heatwaves and that their well-being is promoted even during the hottest days of the summer.

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  • 2024-06-20 04:00 13 Hygien
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    Discovering infection spread quickly and implementing effective cohort care at the nursing home

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Quickly detecting and managing the spread of infection is crucial to protect the residents of nursing homes, who are often particularly vulnerable to infections. By implementing effective routines for infection tracking and cohort care, the nursing home can reduce the risk of extensive infection spread and ensure a safe environment for both residents and staff. Therefore, measures need to be taken at the slightest suspicion of infection.

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  • 2024-06-17 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 05 Planering, 13 Hygien
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    How the feeling of looking good affects well-being in elderly care homes

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Feeling attractive and well-cared for is a significant aspect of well-being, especially for those living in elder care homes. This is more than just a matter of appearance; it's about self-respect, dignity, and mental health. As a caregiver, you can support the residents in feeling attractive, and this can impact their overall well-being.

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  • 2024-06-13 04:00 04 Bemötande, 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt, 05 Planering
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    So care staff plans meaningful personal time for residents at the nursing home

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Personal time and social content in care is an important quality factor in elderly homes. The resident has the right to be offered meaningful activities during what is called personal time. It is important for the operation to evaluate and develop the content of the personal time. Similarly, it is important to document in order to take advantage of what works and develop it further.
    Planning and implementing "personal time" with the residents of the elderly home is an important part of creating meaningful and personal care. Personal time is about giving each resident individual attention and support, which can improve their quality of life and well-being. Here are some strategies and tips for care staff to consider when planning personal time.

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  • 2024-06-10 04:00 09 Mat och måltid
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    So, the balance between food, exercise, and medicine provides quality of life in diabetes

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Living with diabetes means balancing areas: food, exercise, and medicine. Through knowledge about these areas, people with diabetes and those who provide care can contribute to achieving a high quality of life and preventing complications. In the case of type 2 diabetes, diet plays an important role. With the right diet, the individual feels better and can often manage with less medication. The right diet also reduces the risk of heart and vascular diseases. These dietary guidelines actually apply to all of us, but become even more important for those who have type 2 diabetes. Small changes in our dietary habits can lower blood sugar levels and blood fats while helping to reduce the risk of obesity.

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  • 2024-06-03 04:00 03 Ledarskap, 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    The relationship between work environment and patient safety at the nursing home - How a good work environment promotes patient safety

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    In a world where the need for care for aging people is increasing, the question of the quality of care in nursing homes becomes increasingly urgent. Not least, it is important to highlight how a good working environment for the staff is directly linked to patient safety. These are two sides of the same coin that together form the core of a successful nursing home.

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  • 2024-05-30 04:00 07 Riskhantering, 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 03 Ledarskap, 04 Bemötande, 05 Planering
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    Strengthening cooperation between the nursing home and the responsible doctor provides more effective care and services.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    The care of the elderly is becoming increasingly advanced. A functioning collaboration between the residence and the doctor is of great importance for the quality. The doctor usually comes to the residence every week. Sometimes the nurse needs to consult with the doctor in between. There are many requirements and how the interaction between the operation and the doctor is functioning is an important factor.

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  • 2024-05-28 04:00 01 Kvalitet, 06 Dokumentation
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    The importance of clear routines at the nursing home: Making it "Easy to do right"

    This article is written from Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Do your routines match how you work or are they just gathering dust? Establishing and communicating clear routines is crucial for creating a safe and efficient working environment in the elderly care home. By making it "easy to do right", staff can feel more secure in their role and minimize the risk of mistakes or oversights that can negatively affect the quality of care.

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  • 2024-05-23 04:00 04 Bemötande
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    What can you do to make your accommodation attractive to someone who is going to move in?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Moving to a retirement home is a major decision. For many, it involves both worry and sorrow. Therefore, receiving good information is of great importance. In an increasing number of municipalities, the elderly are offered a choice between different accommodations. Activities, overnight apartments or a special focus may be what tips the scales in favor of your living situation.

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  • 2024-05-21 04:00 01 Kvalitet, 06 Dokumentation, 07 Riskhantering, 03 Ledarskap

    Nursing homes should work with systematic quality development

    This article, written from a Swedish perspective, can hopefully inspire those interested from other countries

    The work with continuous improvements consists of many different tools that are interconnected. Above all, it is about building a culture. Self-control, internal audits, patient safety reports, quality registers, deviation management, key figures and routines all play their role in the work to constantly make the operations better.

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  • 2024-05-17 04:00 01 Kvalitet, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 05 Planering
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    Strategic Planning for Skills Development at the Nursing Home: Strengthening Staff Skills and Qualifications

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Do you have a strategic competence development plan at the nursing home? Ensuring continuous competence development for the staff at the nursing home is crucial in order to provide high-quality care and services to the elderly. Through strategic planning, the nursing home can ensure that the staff has the knowledge and skills required to meet the needs of the elderly in the best possible way.

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  • 2024-05-13 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling
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    It is important to have a conversation climate with a high ceiling. Dominance techniques and reprisals lower the quality.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    A repressive leadership or work climate can be dangerous for the residents. Breaking a culture of silence requires commitment and efforts from all involved parties - staff, residents, and relatives. By working together to promote openness, communication, and participation, one can create a safe and pleasant environment where every individual feels seen, heard, and respected.

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  • 2024-05-06 04:00 02 Värdegrund, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 03 Ledarskap
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    Operational readiness, common sense or practical understanding

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Operational readiness, common sense, or practical understanding. In scientific terms, it is called phronesis. When we start working in elderly care, we are faced with new situations where we are to meet strangers. Helping another person with intimate hygiene is not always easy, but many have a sense for or natural ability to approach others in sensitive care situations.

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  • 2024-05-02 04:00 03 Ledarskap, 16 Sjukdom och död, 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling
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    Night work

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Those who work at night are responsible for the quality of the elderly home for a large part of the day. The Work Environment Authority has issued special rules for night work.

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  • 2024-04-30 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 07 Riskhantering
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    Prevent and manage operational disruptions at the nursing home: Effective strategies for continuity and security

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Interruptions in electricity, water or internet, blockages in sewage, errors in food deliveries can create chaos in a nursing home. By having well-planned and thoughtful strategies to prevent and manage operational disruptions, nursing homes can create a safe and stable environment for both residents and staff. Being prepared for various scenarios and having effective measures in place can reduce the risk of serious consequences and ensure continuity in the care of the elderly.

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  • 2024-04-25 04:00 04 Bemötande
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    Proficiency in the meeting - a professional approach

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Everything has to move so fast. Unfortunately, this culture can also spread to the nursing home. In our professional role at the nursing home, we meet the residents in different situations. We then need to be able to converse in a relaxed manner. It's important to be both professional and personal. If one crosses the line and becomes too private, one risks undermining the trust in professional competence. It's easy to succumb to pressure and as healthcare staff, we should always be "the adult in the room". This is a professional approach and treatment.

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  • 2024-04-22 04:00 01 Kvalitet
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    The right level of ambition is key to success

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Finding a balance between measuring relevant quality aspects and avoiding excessive measurement is crucial to ensure that nursing homes can deliver high-quality care and service in an efficient and sustainable manner. By choosing the most relevant and meaningful measurement indicators, nursing homes can focus on improving what really matters most to the residents and their well-being.

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  • 2024-04-18 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt

    Proper use of technology can contribute to better content in healthcare.

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Only the imagination constitutes a limit when it comes to arranging meaningful activities. The staff at nursing homes have a unique opportunity to use digital technology to create exciting and memorable experiences for the residents. By combining creativity and technology, they can invite the residents on a virtual journey to places around the world, despite physical limitations.

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  • 2024-04-15 04:00 09 Mat och måltid
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    Food and fall prevention. How the nursing home ensures a safe and nutritious food handling.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Safe and efficient food management in elderly homes is crucial to promoting health and well-being among the residents and to prevent falls. By providing nutritious food, monitoring medication treatment, and creating a safe food environment, the elderly home can contribute to reducing the risk of falls and promoting a high quality of life for the elderly.

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  • 2024-04-11 04:00 05 Planering
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    The right to be the center of one's own life

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    There is a lot of talk about person-centered care, the individual's needs at the center, the patient being a part of the team. Creating a culture where vision becomes reality requires a lot of work. Participation is one of the cornerstones. The demand from the residents to be included in decision-making will increase. By strengthening the person-centered focus in elderly care, care staff can make a real difference in the lives of the residents by meeting their individual needs and wishes in a respectful and dignified manner. It's about creating a caring and empathetic environment where each individual feels appreciated and respected.

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  • 2024-04-08 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    Do the residents receive support with a function-enhancing working method?

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    A function-enhancing working method is used when something has temporarily lost an ability or function. It may be after a hospital stay. A stroke or a fracture can mean that the ability to cope with everyday tasks has deteriorated. Many times it is possible to regain the ability to cope with what you coped with before with the right training and support to exercise in everyday life.

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  • 2024-04-04 04:00 11 MTP
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    Are you keeping up with the technical development?

    This article, written from a Swedish perspective, can hopefully inspire those interested from other countries.

    Nursing homes all over the world have begun to embrace the possibilities of technology to improve the quality of care and enhance the quality of life for residents. Through strategic use of various technological supports, nursing homes can create a more efficient and well-functioning environment that best meets the needs of the residents and their relatives.

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  • 2024-04-02 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    Dry mouth can create difficulties in daily life.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can serve as inspiration for interested parties in other countries.

    Many elderly people suffer from dry mouth. This is due to them having too little saliva or the composition of the saliva changes. Saliva is necessary for us to be able to chew and swallow. Saliva also protects the teeth. Often, dry mouth sneaks up on you and it's not even certain that the person affected notices it themselves. Bring up the issue with the doctor as the problems could be related to medication. The dental hygienist can also provide good advice.

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  • 2024-03-28 04:00 05 Planering

    Is your business primarily planned or event-driven?

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries as well.

    The quality of an operation is affected by how event-driven it is. Planned activities more rarely create stress. With planning, the elderly receive the help they are entitled to. The planning is at many different levels. From ensuring that all residents receive good doctor visits to the implementation plan being reflected in the daily work. Purchases and outings, everything needs to be planned. Transitioning from an event-driven to a planned operation in a nursing home requires a conscious change process and commitment from both management and employees.

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  • 2024-03-25 04:00 19 Samhället utanför, 04 Bemötande, 02 Värdegrund, 06 Dokumentation
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    Do you work with life stories and awakening memories?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can be an inspiration for interested parties from other countries.

    A vital task for healthcare is to see the individual with all their experiences, not solely colored by the consequences of dementia. Working with life stories for the elderly in nursing homes is a valuable resource for creating person-centered care and promoting well-being and quality of life. By listening to and documenting the elderly's life history and experiences, staff and relatives can create a meaningful and supportive environment that promotes dignity, autonomy, and joy of life for the elderly.

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  • 2024-03-21 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 13 Hygien
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    Scent, environment and goods supply

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    People emit smells, ranging from pleasant scents to unpleasant odors. Care for the residents, waste management, clothing care, and ventilation contribute to making the premises pleasant to stay in. With today's knowledge and opportunities, no one should have to live in premises where the smell of urine or other odors disturb the comfort.

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  • 2024-03-18 04:00 03 Ledarskap
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    The value base must be what guides the development work of elderly care.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    As the population ages, it becomes increasingly important to implement preventative measures to reduce the need for nursing homes. By providing support and resources for older people, society can help maintain their independence and quality of life. Below, we explore various strategies and measures that can help prevent the need for older people to move into nursing homes.

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  • 2024-03-14 04:00 06 Dokumentation, 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 16 Sjukdom och död, 07 Riskhantering
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    Do you have a clear routine for handling fall injuries - a step by step guide

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, but hopefully it can inspire people from other countries.

    Falls cause many deaths each year. Injuries from falls should always be examined by a licensed nurse for an assessment of the need for doctor contact. Do you have good routines for examining fall injuries?

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  • 2024-03-11 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 07 Riskhantering, 17 Psykisk hälsa, 04 Bemötande
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    Do many of your residents take anxiety-reducing medication?

    This is an article written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Extensive use of anxiety-reducing drugs can be a sign of deficiencies in care. By consciously working to create a harmonious environment and getting to know the resident, it is often possible to find alternatives to medication for anxiety as needed.

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  • 2024-03-07 04:00 13 Hygien, 17 Psykisk hälsa, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    How is the sound hygiene at your nursing home?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective but hopefully can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Creating an environment that promotes well-being and comfort for the residents of a nursing home is not just about physical care and attention, but also about considering the sound environment. Acoustic hygiene plays a crucial role in creating a pleasant and calm atmosphere where the elderly can feel safe and relaxed. Disturbing noises can create stress and discomfort. Chairs without pads that squeak, televisions with TV-shop or radio chatter with commercials that no one listens to. Someone stands and talks on the phone without stepping aside. This can create stress if it is a workplace, but even worse if it is in my home and I can't do anything about it. Take a walk around your nursing home and think about how it sounds.

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  • 2024-03-04 04:00 04 Bemötande

    Moving into a nursing home involves changing roles for the resident, but also for relatives.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, but hopefully it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    People sometimes talk about four cornerstones of good aging. Physical activity, good eating habits, meaningfulness related to being involved and needed, and social community. There is a connection between health and social relationships. For those who move into a nursing home, these change. Role loss can be a challenge for those moving into a nursing home and their relatives, but there are ways to handle it in a constructive way. By offering support, continuity and opportunities for meaningful activities, the nursing home can help to facilitate the transition and promote a sense of well-being and belonging for the residents and their families.

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  • 2024-02-29 04:00 02 Värdegrund, 03 Ledarskap
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    Do you show appreciation to those who are inspirers and role models at the nursing home?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, but can hopefully serve as inspiration for those interested from other countries.

    At almost all workplaces, there are employees who are inspirers and role models for others. At the elderly care home, these people make a big difference to the quality of care. By creating an environment where employees are uplifted and inspire each other, the elderly care home can promote a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and development that benefits both the staff and the residents. This leads to increased job satisfaction, motivation, and quality in care and nursing work.

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  • 2024-02-26 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 17 Psykisk hälsa, 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 19 Samhället utanför, 07 Riskhantering
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    Have you had any situation where someone becomes threatening or very anxious at your elderly home?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, but hopefully it can be an inspiration for those interested from other countries.

    Sometimes people with dementia change in their mentality. In the worst case, it can lead to threatening situations. Nursing homes should have safe routines to deal with people who become anxious, angry and sometimes threatening. Staff may need to train in how to deal with a person who is threatening in order to reduce the risk of violence and someone getting hurt.

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  • 2024-02-22 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    Care for the soul, forest and nature

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, but will hopefully serve as inspiration for those interested from other countries.

    Many older people reflect on life. Pastoral care, spending time in the forest and nature, meditation, and other activities can provide peace. Getting out into the forest, to the lake, or participating in worship means a lot for many people's well-being. Beautiful music can also be a balm for the soul.

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  • 2024-02-19 04:00 09 Mat och måltid
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    Do the residents get the nutrients they need?

    This article, which is written based on Swedish conditions, can perhaps inspire interested people from other countries as well.

    There is a difference between food and nutrition. It is possible to be overweight and malnourished at the same time. Those who live in a nursing home are dependent on the employees understanding the importance of offering a varied diet. There also needs to be routines for following up nutritional intake and detecting malnutrition.

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  • 2024-02-15 04:00 05 Planering
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    Ability to handle constant changes

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can also inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    At a nursing home, things happen that change conditions. Someone gets sick or returns from the hospital and the conditions for care change. By strategically working to strengthen the ability to handle changes, the nursing home can create an environment that promotes resilience and where both the staff and the elderly residents can thrive and flourish despite challenges. Building resilience is a continuous process that requires commitment, flexibility, and a strong community to succeed.

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  • 2024-02-14 11:10 01 Kvalitet

    Patient Safety Report

    This article is written from Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    All healthcare providers must annually write a patient safety report. For the operation, it is an important part of the systematic patient safety work. It is public so for patients, residents in nursing homes, and relatives, it can be an important insight into how the operation works with quality development.

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  • 2024-02-12 04:00 07 Riskhantering, 19 Samhället utanför
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    What kind of patient injury insurance do you have?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective but hopefully can inspire those interested in other countries.

    Do you inform your residents that you have patient injury insurance? It is important to note that each application for compensation is assessed individually and clear evidence is required to prove that the patient injury is a result of inadequate care or malpractice. Compensation can cover costs for care, rehabilitation, and possible disability. By being aware of the patient injury insurance and its possibilities, elderly care can work to improve care quality and ensure a safe and secure environment for the elderly.

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  • 2024-02-08 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Quality review of drug management

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    External review of medication management should occur at least once a year. There are many links that can fail in medication management and it is therefore important to check different aspects of medication management. For example, this applies to storage, safety, control routines, deviation management, control counting of narcotics, handling of last consumption day, etc.

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  • 2024-02-05 04:00 05 Planering
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    It is important that the best substitute gets the substitute position.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries as well.

    Staffing a nursing home in the best possible way is not easy. Often, substitutes have to jump between different units in the nursing home and do not have time to fully understand the needs of the residents. By having good support systems and routines, the nursing home can organize the substitute staffing in a way that ensures that the best suited substitutes can step in during short-term absences and thus offer high-quality care and attention to the residents.

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  • 2024-02-01 04:00 13 Hygien
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    Infection spread

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Multiresistant bacteria and viral infections pose risks to life and health. It is of paramount importance to take measures to reduce the spread of multi-resistant bacteria and try to preserve the effectiveness of our current antibiotics. This battle requires cooperation at all levels of care, from prescribers of antibiotics to patients and healthcare professionals. By taking these measures seriously, we can hopefully slow the spread and save lives. Infection prevention is an ongoing effort.

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  • 2024-01-29 04:00 07 Riskhantering
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    Without secure routines, money can disappear at the nursing home.

    This text is written based on Swedish conditions, but can perhaps be an inspiration for people from other countries.

    Many people living in elderly homes are dependent on help managing their own money. If nothing else, money is needed for the hairdresser and other personal needs at the residence. It is important to have secure routines so that money does not disappear. It is also important to have safe procedures for how the business should react if money or valuables disappear.

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  • 2024-01-25 04:00 17 Psykisk hälsa, 04 Bemötande, 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Do you have residents in the nursing home who are sensitive to certain touch or to tight-fitting clothes?

    This article is written from the perspective of Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can be an inspiration for people in other countries.

    There are people who are extra sensitive. Their senses give stronger impressions than ours. In a nursing home where many are dependent on help to function in everyday life, this can be painful if the staff does not understand what it's about. The person who suffers from high sensitivity may need extra time and support from colleagues. Sometimes, time to adjust can also be good. Providing care to a highly sensitive person requires patience, understanding, and compassion. By following these tips and advice, you can help the highly sensitive person feel safe and cared for, which in turn promotes their well-being and quality of life.

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  • 2024-01-22 04:00 01 Kvalitet
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    The knowledge development within elderly care is fast.

    This is an article written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can be an inspiration for people interested from other countries.

    Continued education is a crucial part of the work with continuous improvements in elderly care. There needs to be a basic level of education that all employees must go through. In addition to this, the elderly care needs to plan education based on the quality deficiencies that are noticed in complaints, deviations or self-control. The knowledge development within elderly care is rapid. Therefore, it is important to plan the operation so that employees are given the opportunity to replenish their knowledge and develop in their professional role. Sometimes more people need to take the same training in order to create pressure in a change work. It is important that there is a plan and a thought with education in the operation so that it creates conditions for improved quality. Everyone must have knowledge about hygiene, cleaning, laundry, waste management, stock management and how to contact a nurse if someone becomes acutely ill are basic skills that all employees must have.

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  • 2024-01-18 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 19 Samhället utanför, 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling
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    What would happen if everyone over 90 could choose when they wanted to move into a nursing home?

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions but can hopefully provide inspiration in other countries as well.

    It is difficult to know whether the nursing homes being built right now are for yesterday or tomorrow. Much of the architecture and planning seems to be based on the idea that regulations and people's wishes will not change. If moving into a nursing home was a free benefit for everyone who had turned 90 and was not based on a welfare decision, the design would look completely different. The residents' power to choose a nursing home would increase and the quality of different nursing homes would be examined more closely.

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  • 2024-01-15 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    Having pets in the nursing home

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions but can perhaps be an inspiration for those interested in other countries.

    A therapy dog or cat can create both comfort and activity. Therapy dogs are an invaluable asset in health care. Their presence has a proven positive effect on patients' physical and emotional well-being. They offer comfort, support, and joy to people in various care environments, spreading warmth and hope in the hearts of those they meet. Therapy dogs are true heroes with fur, and their contribution to healthcare should be recognized and appreciated.

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  • 2024-01-12 04:00 19 Samhället utanför, 02 Värdegrund, 15 Handlingsberedskap
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    Employees who receive gifts risk committing bribery and simultaneously undermining trust in healthcare.

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions but can perhaps be an inspiration for those interested in other countries.

    Receiving gifts from residents or relatives as a healthcare worker can be a crime. It is important to consider the ethical aspects of accepting gifts. Gifts should not influence your professional judgment or treatment of residents. Being aware of and attentive to any potential conflicts of interest is crucial. Healthcare staff need to have a clear and ethical stand when it comes to accepting gifts. By following the organization's policy, being transparent, and avoiding personal or cash gifts, healthcare professionals can contribute to creating a professional and trustworthy environment for the residents and their relatives. It is about showing gratitude and appreciation in a way that is compatible with the high ethical standards that the healthcare sector demands.

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  • 2024-01-11 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 09 Mat och måltid
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    How long is the night fast for those who live in a nursing home?

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions and translated with AI, with the hope of being able to inspire.

    For the elderly who live in nursing homes, the night fast is a natural part of the day, but it is important that it does not become too long. A long overnight fast can increase the risk of malnutrition and other health problems. By offering small meals, nightly snacks and adapted mealtimes, the business can ensure that residents get enough nutrition and maintain their health and well-being. The night fast should not exceed 11 hours. In nursing homes where the resident does not have the opportunity to take his own food, there must be routines for offering extra food during evenings and nights. Otherwise, there is a risk of residents suffering from malnutrition.

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  • 2024-01-10 04:00 07 Riskhantering, 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Prevention of fall injuries in nursing homes: Effective strategies for increased safety

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    By working systematically and proactively with fall prevention, nursing homes can create a safer and more supportive environment for their residents. This work is crucial for improving the health and quality of life of the residents, as well as for reducing the burden on the healthcare staff and the health care system.

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  • 2024-01-09 04:00 19 Samhället utanför
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    Do you have routines for how you handle animals that the residents are responsible for?

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Lex Maja is an important legislation that has been established to protect the pets of those in care and ensure their well-being. By being aware of Lex Maja and its implications, healthcare professionals and care institutions can play an active role in preserving valuable relationships between people and their animals, as well as preventing animal cruelty. It is a legislation that not only promotes animal rights but also takes into account people's emotional well-being when they are in care and need support to look after their four-legged friends.

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  • 2024-01-08 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 04 Bemötande, 05 Planering
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    The contact person can create a golden edge

    This text is translated with the support of AI and is related to Swedish conditions. I hope that it can inspire the development of care in other countries as well.

    By the liaison getting to know the resident, a golden edge of deepened quality in the meeting is offered. A well-functioning liaison role in the elderly home is of great value to the residents. It creates a trustworthy and supportive environment where the elderly's individual needs and desires are taken seriously. By offering personal follow-up, social interaction, and support with various aspects of everyday life, the liaison can help the elderly feel comfortable and at home in the elderly home. This creates a better quality of life and well-being for the elderly and contributes to a positive atmosphere in the elderly home.

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  • 2024-01-08 04:00 19 Samhället utanför, 05 Planering, 02 Värdegrund
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    What do you think you will think about today's elderly care in 20 years?

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Elderly care is constantly changing. Much has improved, but there is still much to improve. The Ädelreform represented a major step in the transition from poor relief to a social right. The dismantling of long-term care departments and psychiatric dementia departments provided increased opportunities for a dignified life. Municipalization of home healthcare provides the opportunity for the social and medical perspectives to go hand in hand.

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  • 2024-01-02 04:00 05 Planering
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    How the nursing home reduces its environmental impact – A guide for sustainable care

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Often when we talk about the environment in a nursing home, we think of the physical environment. In this section, we refer to the impact on the climate that a nursing home generates.
    Reducing the environmental impact of the nursing home is an important part of creating a sustainable and responsible care environment. By integrating environmental thinking into the daily routines of the business, the nursing home can contribute to a better future for both residents and staff. Here is a step-by-step plan to get started with the work and reduce the business's carbon footprint.

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  • 2023-12-21 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt, 19 Samhället utanför
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    Cooperation with the local community

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Cooperation with the local community can add a golden edge to life in the nursing home. An example is the TV series "Fyraåringarna på sledreboendet" which showed with desirable clarity that the elderly became engaged and active. There are nursing homes that work with a special profile, have volunteers who come regularly, sponsors who arrange tickets for hockey and theater or a friend association that contributes in various ways to the well-being of the residents of the nursing home.

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  • 2023-12-18 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler

    Maintenance of premises and equipment

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Dilapidated premises and worn furniture reduce confidence in the business. Likewise when the maintenance of aids is not provided. The worst thing is that when maintenance is neglected, the quality of the business generally also drops. In the end, no one cares what it looks like.

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  • 2023-12-13 04:51 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 11 MTP

    For those who depend on visual and hearing aids, it is important that they are functional.

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Many elderly people depend on glasses to see well. Not as many use hearing aids. There are many other visual and hearing aids that can make everyday life easier for our residents. For example, there may be hearing aids for TV, hearing loops and special magnifying glasses for the visually impaired. Glasses and hearing aids can help make everyday life work and make sense.

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  • 2023-12-11 04:00 09 Mat och måltid, 16 Sjukdom och död

    Do you have residents at the nursing home who suffer from osteoporosis?

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Osteoporosis is a public health problem. Healthcare often misses this diagnosis and many do not receive treatment in time. Drug treatment and individualized training contribute to healing. Staying outside and a versatile diet can help prevent the onset of osteoporosis. Untreated osteoporosis leads to an increased risk of fractures.

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  • 2023-12-07 04:00 05 Planering
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    Coordinated care planning

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Good planning at discharge from hospital reduces the risk of readmission. A well-coordinated planning of care upon discharge from hospital is an important part of ensuring safe, high-quality care for the patient. It is an example of how the health care system can work more efficiently and more patient-centered to promote health and well-being.

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  • 2023-12-04 04:00 13 Hygien, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    Oral care - more important than many people think

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    A functioning basic oral care reduces the risks of poor oral health. The right aids and understanding and following the dental hygienist's advice are efforts to reduce the health risks that arise as a result of poor oral hygiene.
    Poor dental health can cause pneumonia, heart disease and premature death. Pain and sores in the mouth are other consequences of poor oral health. Treatment with drugs can lead to reduced saliva production and dry mouth. Fungal infections in the mouth occur relatively often among the elderly. In the long run, it can lead to malnutrition, pressure sores and fall injuries.

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  • 2023-12-01 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt

    Is there room for a little gold edge?

    This text is translated with the support of AI and is related to Swedish conditions. I hope that it can inspire the development of care in other countries as well.

    Everyone has the right to a touch of luxury in their everyday life. Some personal time that focuses solely on well-being. A walk, a coffee break, or a glass of wine. Playing chess, enjoying classical music or going out into the forest. The resident has the right to choose their own activities. In order for the resident to have the chance to choose, staff must be given the space to adapt their work to the resident's needs.

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  • 2023-11-27 04:00 09 Mat och måltid, 05 Planering, 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    Do all days have to be the same?

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Everyone is entitled to a little silver lining. Many nursing homes work to create festive occasions for the residents. Everyone can do their part by contributing ideas and finding reasons to celebrate a little more. We like to associate holidays with celebration, but why can't we make everyday life a little more festive? It's someone's birthday, it's Christmas or Valentine's Day. Maybe a welcome party for a new resident.

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  • 2023-11-24 04:00 05 Planering, 19 Samhället utanför, 13 Hygien
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    Do the ordering routines work for the business?

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    A nursing home needs many goods and services to function. Good routines save both money and the environment. It happens that products are thrown away when the best-before date has passed. Packaging materials and food are not infrequently discarded. Medicines also sometimes have to be disposed of. Good procedures for purchasing reduce the risk of wasting resources. Poorly functioning ordering routines create unnecessary extra work for employees and risk the quality of care at the nursing home.

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  • 2023-11-20 04:00 07 Riskhantering
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    To prevent risks and injuries

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    In nursing homes, care needs are often extensive and varied. In order to meet the needs of the elderly in the best way and offer the highest possible quality of life, multidisciplinary team collaboration is of great importance. This collaboration involves different professional groups and skills working together to create a holistic approach to the care of each elderly person.

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  • 2023-11-16 04:00 19 Samhället utanför, 02 Värdegrund, 04 Bemötande
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    Do you notice age discrimination in your nursing home?

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Age discrimination is a serious problem that affects older people on many levels. It undermines their rights, dignity and well-being. It is important to combat and prevent age discrimination through awareness, education and legislation to ensure that older people are treated fairly and with respect in all contexts. All ages deserve equal opportunities and respect, and the fight against age discrimination is an important part of creating a fair and inclusive society for all.

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  • 2023-11-13 04:00 06 Dokumentation, 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler

    Are your health plans a good support for the care staff?

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Health plans in nursing homes are an important part of elderly care that promotes person-centered care and well-being. By involving the older person in the planning process and adapting care measures to their specific needs and goals, nursing homes can create an environment where each individual receives the care and support they deserve. Health plans are a powerful tool for improving the quality of life of older people and promoting their health and well-being.

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  • 2023-11-07 04:00
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    It is important to be involved in planning your everyday life

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    Anyone who stops being involved in planning their everyday lives risks getting injured. Those who are institutionally injured or hospitalized are so used to life in an institution after a long period of care that they find it difficult to cope with anything else and are afraid to leave the protected environment. Likewise, it can make the person down, depressed or perceived as zombie-like, sitting and rocking. make noises or sleep all day.

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  • 2023-11-02 04:00 05 Planering
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    Daily planning

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    The day-to-day planning at the nursing home is the basis for what is agreed in the care plan and implementation plan really being carried out. It is also a prerequisite for creating structure and well-being. The planning must ensure that each of the residents receives the care they are entitled to.

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  • 2023-10-30 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    To be beautiful and feel special

    This digital article based on Swedish conditions is computer translated. Hopefully we can inspire people from other countries.

    The skin fulfills many roles for our well-being. As we age, skin care becomes extra important. Deficiencies in skin care can lead to wounds and infections. In the worst case, deficiencies in skin care can lead to difficult-to-heal wounds and suffering for the elderly.

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  • 2023-10-29 11:53

    Will mom be fine?

    Sofrosyne is about everything that happens in a nursing home and what creates quality there. Activities, aids, implementation plans, documentation, pressure ulcer prophylaxis, management of fall injuries, practical care, food and meals, feeding, function preservation methods, medicines, end-of-life care, death and burial.

    Disease conditions such as dementia, mental health, diabetes, Parkinson's, stroke and other diseases that affect the elderly are also affected. The same applies to animals in care such as service dogs. Everything that may be relevant and of interest to people who live or work in the nursing home.

    The articles are in simple language and are aimed at employees as well as residents and relatives.

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  • 2023-10-27 04:00 01 Kvalitet

    The elderly have the right to good quality care

    This text is translated with the support of AI and is related to Swedish conditions. I hope that it can inspire the development of care in other countries as well.

    An aging population means that more and more people will need care. Quality in care for the elderly is crucial for society to cope with this shift. The elderly care of the future requires reflection, development, innovation and commitment where the focus is on quality of care for the elderly and their relatives.

    Many units offer good care. The good examples must be highlighted while shortcomings are made visible. There are measurements that try to delve into the quality of care for the elderly. It is not enough, you have to go behind the scenes to see how care works in practice.

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  • 2023-10-26 04:00 09 Mat och måltid

    Pleasant meals and meal environments

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    The meal is an occasion for joy and companionship and can contribute to good health. By creating pleasant meals, the risk of malnutrition and thus also the risk of fall injuries and hard-to-heal wounds is reduced. Pleasant thoughtful meals also contribute to maintaining function by creating a pleasant everyday life where the residents want to participate. This also reduces the risk of involuntary loneliness.

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  • 2023-10-23 04:00 04 Bemötande

    To ensure quality in healthcare meeting

    This AI translated article is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    There is never an excuse for poor treatment. We have a shared responsibility to stop any negative trend. Together, we need to develop a professional approach. Guidance, discussions about values and treatment, knowledge about Lex Sarah, reflection on events and check-ins within the staff group are some ways to prevent.

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  • 2023-10-19 04:00 13 Hygien
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    Do the employees use gloves in a correct way?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    There are basic hygiene routines that must be adhered to. Compliance with basic hygiene routines has increased due to Covid-19. Proper use of gloves is an important part of safety and hygiene in elderly care and healthcare. It reduces the risk of infection spread and protects both healthcare workers and patients. Following good hygiene habits and having knowledge about the workplace's guidelines for gloves are crucial. Training in healthcare hygiene must be an inherent part of the introduction of new employees. Good hand hygiene is important. It is also important to be treated with respect and not as a contagious pariah. Fundamentally, the staff pose a greater risk than the residents.

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  • 2023-10-16 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 17 Psykisk hälsa, 07 Riskhantering
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    How do you work with those who are feeling down?

    This AI translated article is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    It is common to find low mood and depression among the elderly. There is much that can be done in addition to drug treatment. Exercise, conversation, social activities, and outdoor activities are important elements of life. Often, the relationship with close ones suffers because the elderly person is sad and perhaps dwells on negative thoughts. It is important to remember that anxiety and depression are very treatable conditions, even among older adults. With the right support and care, older people can continue to lead meaningful and enjoyable lives. Preventing and managing these mental health problems is crucial in promoting the well-being of older individuals and creating a rewarding old age.

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  • 2023-10-12 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 06 Dokumentation
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    The knowledge development in wound care is fast. Are you keeping up?

    This article has been translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Wound care in elderly care is getting better and better. We see fewer and fewer nasty wounds, and wounds that do occur heal to a greater extent. Caring for hard-to-heal wounds requires patience, expertise, and a holistic perspective on the patient's health. Advances in wound care make it possible to offer more effective treatment and better quality of life for those affected by hard-to-heal wounds. It is important to follow the latest findings and best practices in the field to provide the best possible care for patients with hard-to-heal wounds.

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  • 2023-10-09 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt, 16 Sjukdom och död, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    Do you have suitable physical activities to offer all your residents?

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Physical activity is a key component in promoting health and well-being amongst older adults, including those who live in care homes. By engaging in regular exercise activities, the elderly can improve their strength, balance, mobility, and cardiovascular health. Here, we will explore some of the suitable exercise activities that can be carried out in care homes to support the physical and mental health of the elderly. It provides well-being and counteracts depression. Muscle-strengthening activities reduce the risk of falls and prevent disease and care injuries.

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  • 2023-10-05 04:00 09 Mat och måltid, 04 Bemötande, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 12 Personlig omvårdnad

    Food Culture - How do you ensure that the herring does not end up on the rice pudding?

    This article is AI-translated and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Food is more than just nutrition, it is an important part of our cultural heritage and a way to understand and appreciate other cultures. The Swedish food culture is a mix of tradition and innovation, with a focus on local ingredients and community at the dining table. It is a unique and varied culture that continues to evolve and adapt to modern tastes and experiences.

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  • 2023-10-02 04:15 16 Sjukdom och död

    Urinary tract infections can often be prevented

    This article is translated by AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Urinary tract infections are common in the elderly, but they are not inevitable. Nursing homes have an important role to play in preventing UTI by promoting good hygiene, healthy toilet habits, and awareness of risk factors. With preventive measures, nursing homes can help maintain the health and dignity of the elderly and minimize unnecessary suffering. It is an important part of providing high-quality care for older people in nursing homes. Incomplete bladder emptying, urinary and fecal incontinence, constipation, and intercourse may be reasons for recurrent urinary tract infections.

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  • 2023-09-28 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    First impressions are important - this also applies to the nursing home

    The experience when you arrive at a nursing home can be very varied. Some nursing homes have a welcoming vestibule full of life and activity. Others are closed and difficult to access. To some extent, the possibilities of having activities are controlled by the architecture, but to a large extent it is about the commitment we who work in care put into making it welcoming and inviting to participate in activities.

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  • 2023-09-25 04:00
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    Heat and violence in healthcare

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Preventing threats and violent situations in elderly care means creating a safe environment for our most vulnerable. With preparedness and good treatment, threats and violent situations can often be avoided.

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  • 2023-09-21 04:00 05 Planering, 07 Riskhantering
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    Emergency events

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Accidents often occur when staffing is at its lowest. Therefore, everyone who works at the nursing home must be prepared for emergency events. Fall accidents are perhaps the most common reason to sound the alarm. Ambulance personnel must receive clear and accurate information when they arrive. Even though it is more rare, fires, floods, power outages, and other things that risk the residents' health do occur.

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  • 2023-09-20 04:00 04 Bemötande, 12 Personlig omvårdnad

    Do you ever talk about the sexual needs of your residents?

    This AI translated article is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    There is very rarely talk about the elderly and sexuality, but many may retain their desire well into old age. Care staff need to consider the individual's privacy and learn that when the elderly are in their own space, it isn't just about entering the room. Knocking and waiting a bit is part of respectful treatment. Sexuality is a taboo subject for many. This can become even more noticeable when it involves older people. Many people have both feelings of desire and sexual drive well into their years. Incipient dementia can also affect the judgment of individual persons. When we don't talk about it, there is a risk that it becomes difficult to handle in everyday life.

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  • 2023-09-19 04:26 02 Värdegrund, 15 Handlingsberedskap

    Preserving confidentiality is an important part to build trust.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Confidentiality is a cornerstone in a trustful relationship between staff and residents. It is a central part of the ethics and trust within care. It ensures that individuals receive the care and support they deserve, while their rights and dignity are respected. Upholding confidentiality is not just a duty but also an opportunity to create a caring and respectful care environment.

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  • 2023-09-14 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död

    Not being able to breathe freely creates insecurity

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Asthma and other respiratory diseases affect health. With the right support, the resident feels secure. There are several factors to consider when we are to provide people with Asthma a safe and secure care. Medical treatment and good care need to go hand in hand.

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  • 2023-09-11 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 04 Bemötande, 17 Psykisk hälsa
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    Memory Importance

    This article is translated by AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    For many elderly, memory can fail at times. States of confusion can have many causes. There is always a reason to investigate what the confusion might be due to. The term dementia should not be used until a person is thoroughly examined and the dementia diagnosis is established by a knowledgeable doctor. Incorrect use of the dementia diagnosis can have unwanted consequences for the elderly. Temporary states of confusion and hallucinations are often caused by other health factors than dementia.

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  • 2023-09-07 04:00 02 Värdegrund, 06 Dokumentation, 04 Bemötande, 05 Planering

    Self-determination in nursing homes: the path to quality of life and dignity

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Self-determination is a fundamental prerequisite in the Social Services Act and the Health and Medical Services Act. Aging in itself means poorer conditions for asserting one's self-determination. Healthcare staff have a responsibility to be responsive to the resident's wishes. It requires an ongoing discussion about how employees can strengthen the individual's self-determination in the elderly home. Restricted self-determination often has negative consequences for health.

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  • 2023-09-04 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Medicine

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Good routines for medication reduce the risks of injuries. There are medicines that the elderly should avoid as they are unsuitable. Medication reviews improve care. Lack of routines in medication management risks leading to suffering, medical injuries, and in the worst case, premature death. There are regulatory requirements but also good support for working to reduce the risk of medication side effects. Handling narcotics requires special routines.

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  • 2023-08-31 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    Tact in communication contributes to a dignified treatment.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Discrimination often occurs unconsciously. We assume we know without listening to the resident. Dignified treatment is the foundation of good care. To provide dignified treatment, we need to be aware of how we communicate. Good communication is like a dance between two people where one leads and follows in harmony with the flow of the conversation.

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  • 2023-08-28 04:00 05 Planering, 15 Handlingsberedskap
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    Digital training strengthens competence in elderly care

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    The supply of online training for employees in elderly care is increasing. There is a wide range of courses with different focuses. Some of them also include knowledge tests and certificates. Many operations use this as an important part of the continuing education of employees. There are risks with blindly trusting digital training. The operation must follow up to ensure that the employees have assimilated the knowledge and that it has a positive effect on the quality of care.

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  • 2023-08-24 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 12 Personlig omvårdnad
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    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Sleep habits are important for quality of life. The need for sleep changes and many people require less sleep. Restless night sleep can engage both the resident and the staff due to increased risk of falling and disturbed neighbors. In elderly homes, there are residents who do not sleep at all and others who spend far too much time in bed. Many small measures can contribute to a better night's sleep.

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  • 2023-08-21 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 12 Personlig omvårdnad

    Proper oral care important for health

    This article is written from Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Proper basic oral care reduces the risks of poor oral health. The correct aids and understanding and following the dental hygienist's advice are important measures to reduce the health risks that arise as a result of poor oral hygiene.

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  • 2023-08-17 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Knowledge is important to provide the best support to those living with Parkinson's disease.

    This article has been translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    For those who have severe Parkinson's, the support that the nursing home provides can enhance quality of life. Lack of knowledge and poorly designed support can, on the other hand, deteriorate the same. Every person has their own needs and the support needs to be adapted to both the individual's needs and wishes. The occupational therapist should regularly review ADL status (how different activities in daily life function) so that the resident can get the best possible support.

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  • 2023-08-10 04:00 11 MTP
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    Aids and Medical Devices

    This article has been translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Good routines are required for medical devices to be serviced and handled correctly. Part of it involves patient safety. Many aids are complex and incorrect use can lead to serious damage. Cleaning is also important so that aids do not contribute to the spread of infection. Safe routines also save time as the aids work when needed.

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  • 2023-08-07 04:00 09 Mat och måltid

    Brother treating the residents' ailments with supplements to the medication treatment.

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire those interested in other countries.

    There are often good complements to drug treatment. Diet, exercise and activities can significantly improve health in many conditions if it is adapted to the resident. With a thorough medication review, it is often possible to find better drug treatment as some drugs are unsuitable for those who are getting older.

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  • 2023-08-03 04:00 13 Hygien

    Pests at nursing home

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    In nursing homes as in other places where many people move in, the risk of getting pests increases. Those who are not vigilant and do not have good routines may risk having to shut down parts of the operation to sanitize. Vigilance and good cleaning routines provide the conditions to keep away pests such as bedbugs.

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  • 2023-08-01 04:00 19 Samhället utanför

    It is good to have thought through how you want things to be if your decision-making capacity fails.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    People who have difficulty asserting their rights can sometimes have a Guardian or Trustee appointed. This can affect care planning in some cases. The Guardian represents the resident in certain matters. The District Court grants powers and the business needs to consider informing or consulting the Guardian in important matters. The Supervisor in each municipality must supervise Guardians and Trustees to ensure they fulfill their duties. Now there is also the option to write a future power of attorney where the resident themselves appoints who should represent them.

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  • 2023-07-31 04:00

    To dare to talk about death

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    We who work in healthcare must find natural ways to talk about death. Both the resident and their relatives may need to prepare for a farewell, that life is approaching an end stage. Should the operation call at night, who should be contacted first and are there any special requests are examples of questions that need to be raised. Many also carry their own grief and may need space to mourn a lost life partner.

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  • 2023-07-24 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 09 Mat och måltid
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    Elderly and Diabetes

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Treatment of diabetes is a combination of food, exercise, and medication. Many elderly people have diabetes but it's not always that one chooses to initiate drug treatment. It is especially important to contact a nurse when a resident with diabetes gets a fever, as some medications may need to be discontinued. Be vigilant about sore feet and other symptoms of diabetes.

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  • 2023-07-20 04:00 01 Kvalitet, 05 Planering
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    Structure and culture strengthen improvement work

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    When you know what you want to change in the elderly care home, it is by taking small steps towards the goal that you achieve success. Change work is a type of project where you need to work systematically and step by step to succeed. The change work is not complete until all employees have embraced the change.

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  • 2023-07-15 04:00 13 Hygien
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    So employees at nursing homes can contribute to reaching environmental goals

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    We have been working to achieve the global environmental goals that are to be reached by 2030 for several years now. The EU is discussing whether the requirements should be tightened even more to save our planet. By taking conscious actions, employees at nursing homes can contribute to reducing environmental impact and strive to achieve the set environmental goals.

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  • 2023-07-13 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 07 Riskhantering, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler, 11 MTP
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    Do you have pressure relief mattresses for acute needs?

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    A resident in a nursing home who gets a fever can easily become weak and bedridden. This can quickly lead to pressure sores. For an elderly person with a weakened immune system and impaired healing ability, a small wound can quickly lead to major health problems and extensive suffering. Do you have anti-decubitus mattresses for acute needs?

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  • 2023-07-10 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    All healthcare operations must have secure routines to minimize the operation's environmental impact.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Pharmaceutical use affects the environment. As a consumer, there is currently no opportunity to choose the most environmentally friendly medicine. Residues of antibiotics, hormones, and antidepressant drugs are found in nature. Ensure that leftover medicines and needles are returned to the pharmacy or disposed of correctly.

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  • 2023-07-06 04:00 03 Ledarskap, 19 Samhället utanför
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    Those who wish for elderly housing apply for it with their home municipality.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Moving into an elderly home is usually based on aid decisions according to the social services law. Anyone who is not satisfied with the decision has the opportunity to appeal to the administrative court. There are municipalities that grant elderly housing based on a person reaching a certain age and also elderly homes where the spouse can move into the elderly home.

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  • 2023-07-03 04:00 06 Dokumentation
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    All healthcare activities need to regularly review how the record keeping works.

    This article is translated with AI and written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Audit review provides a good insight into how the operation works. Poorly kept records pose a risk to the residents, as it may mean that they do not receive life-sustaining care. A starting point in the review and in connection with the investigation of serious events is that what is not documented is also not performed.

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  • 2023-06-26 04:00 01 Kvalitet
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    To manage serious deficiencies

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    We all make mistakes at some point, but in the care of the elderly, it can have disastrous consequences. Giving someone a warning can be unpleasant, but sometimes necessary. A manager occasionally needs to be clear about what applies. Getting the employee to understand through conversation that they have made a mistake and that this must not be repeated is an important part of the work with continuous improvements.

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  • 2023-06-22 04:00 03 Ledarskap, 05 Planering, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    How long can a resident who raises an alarm wait?

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Those living in a nursing home are dependent on the alarms working. This could be about getting help to go to the bathroom or needing pain relief. By examining how the alarms are used and function, one can learn a lot about how the operation works. Consequently, it is possible to change routines, care plans, and scheduling to better meet the residents' needs.

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  • 2023-06-14 23:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 09 Mat och måltid, 16 Sjukdom och död
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    During a heatwave, work at the nursing home must be adjusted.

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    There can be many signs of dehydration. Older people are sensitive to dehydration and can easily develop various symptoms. Having routines to provide fluids and being attentive to when someone is at risk of becoming dehydrated is important. Heatwaves, stomach flu, and fever are situations where the risk of dehydration increases. The nurse can implement a fluid list if needed, but everyone must be attentive so that no resident suffers from dehydration.

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  • 2023-06-14 04:00 11 MTP
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    Does your region offer mobile x-ray services for those living in elderly care homes?

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    New technology improves the opportunities to avoid unnecessary transportation and waiting time at the hospital for those who have fallen in the elderly care home. There are studies from the Skåne region that show it is more cost-effective for society to send the X-ray equipment to the elderly care home.

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  • 2023-06-12 04:01 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 15 Handlingsberedskap, 11 MTP
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    By recurring training in transfer techniques, the risk of work injuries and care injuries is reduced.

    This article is written from the perspective of Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    There are several perspectives on transfer techniques. With exercises, technical aids and interaction with the individual, we can create good transfers for both the resident and the staff member. There are many lifting and transfer aids available today. Staff need good training in ergonomics, otherwise things can go wrong. Ergonomics is about how the workplace and work environment should be designed to avoid unnecessary strain on the body, such as working posture. At the same time, the risk of skin injuries or someone falling when using lifting aids must also be avoided.

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  • 2023-06-08 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Functional and clean glasses are a prerequisite for many older people to see.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    The majority of those living in elderly care homes need visual aids. Vision changes over time and it is important to visit an optician regularly. Glasses need to be worn and kept clean to function. Today, there are many aids that can help those with impaired vision. Audiobooks, magnifying glasses, music quizzes, and the choice of mobile phone can make everyday life easier for the elderly.

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  • 2023-06-06 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Good quality of incontinence assessments provides conditions for good incontinence care.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Incontinence is common in nursing homes. Many use incontinence protection. The right incontinence protection is of great importance for how it functions and is perceived. There are many types of aids. Needs and aids differ somewhat between women and men. Incontinence should always be investigated before prescribing and dispensing incontinence materials.

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  • 2023-06-01 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 06 Dokumentation, 12 Personlig omvårdnad, 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    Swelling can quickly become a serious health problem for the resident

    This article has been translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    With good routines for detecting if someone is starting to develop edema, unnecessary hospital care can be avoided. Fluid accumulations in body parts can cause pressure injuries, hard-to-heal wounds, pulmonary edema, and other health problems for the resident. By being observant in connection with personal care, many health problems can be avoided through early interventions.

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  • 2023-05-29 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död
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    The palliative register provides the opportunity to develop end-of-life care.

    This AI translated article is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    The palliative registry is a registry where end-of-life care is evaluated after death. With the death report form, a number of factors are registered that can both contribute to developing care at the local unit as well as nationally. Using the palliative registry is always a way to work with continuous improvements.

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  • 2023-05-25 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 07 Riskhantering, 11 MTP
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    Digital tools are increasingly used in healthcare.

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Digital technology will increasingly be used in the care of our elderly. It is important to consider how it affects the quality and values in the operation. The nursing assistant sees the skin and any injuries on the body in a different way than a shower robot. A large part of the nursing work also provides an opportunity for human contact through conversation and touch. Each technology introduction needs to be preceded by a risk analysis.

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  • 2023-05-22 04:00 02 Värdegrund

    Ethical readiness for action

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    It is important to be prepared for the unexpected. Nursing assistants may find themselves alone in difficult situations where relatives are angry, desperate, or frustrated. Threats and violence, sexual abuse, residents disappearing, and theft are things that can affect the residents of the nursing home.

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  • 2023-05-18 04:00 01 Kvalitet, 07 Riskhantering, 05 Planering
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    Routines must not be shelf-warmers, i.e. a paper that no one follows.

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Operations within healthcare and care are obliged to work with continuous improvements in the business. Creating routines that are known and followed by the employees is one way to ensure that quality is maintained. A change is not implemented until all employees follow the new routine. Among other things, through open comparisons, it is possible to compare the users' experience of the quality in relation to other nursing homes in Sweden.

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  • 2023-05-15 04:00 12 Personlig omvårdnad

    Good foot care is fundamental for maintaining walking ability and avoiding sores.

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions but can hopefully provide inspiration in other countries as well.

    Older people often have more calluses and more difficult-to-care-for nails. Good routines for foot care reduce the risk of self-cracks and wounds. Some have a need for and are entitled to medical foot care, but even others need to have their feet taken care of regularly. Nail fungus and calluses may need to be treated. Those with diabetes should be offered "medical foot care".

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  • 2023-05-10 19:33 19 Samhället utanför, 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt

    Society-funded trips for people with disabilities

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    For those living with disabilities, community-funded trips may be the only way to go on a slightly longer outing, hospital visits, shopping for clothes, or trying out new glasses. Functional routines to stimulate activities outside the residence and knowledge about the residents' rights become an important quality factor.

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  • 2023-05-08 03:00 02 Värdegrund, Debatt

    The real value base is visible in the administrative routines.

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Demand letters, short notice demands, being bounced around between different healthcare providers without clear information are examples of administrative routines that create stress and discomfort for residents and their relatives. When the administrative routines do not harmonize with the value base, they risk building a mistrust between the care and the resident and their relatives. It may be important to know how the administrative routines work for residents and relatives. When payment times, penalty fees and collection of invoices become a characteristic, it affects the trust in the business.

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  • 2023-05-03 04:00 19 Samhället utanför, 04 Bemötande
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    Funeral and Estate

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    The grief associated with the passing of a loved one often takes strength and energy. Contacting a funeral home can be important to properly take care of the estate. The Tax Agency also needs to register an estate and who the estate owners, i.e., heirs, are. There may be heirs unknown to you. Accessing bank accounts, stopping automatic payments, and getting a grip on what bills exist also need to be prioritized.

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  • 2023-04-27 04:00 19 Samhället utanför
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    Many elderly people need personal support with finances and help in life.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    A power of attorney for the future means that you transfer the right to make decisions to someone you trust in the event that you suffer from dementia or for other reasons cannot express your wishes or assert your rights. Several banks and law firms provide forms to establish a power of attorney for the future, but also legal assistance if you wish to pay for such. Guardian, administrator and interpreter are other forms of support for those who need help in connection with important decisions.

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  • 2023-04-17 04:00 05 Planering
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    Continuity

    This article is AI-translated and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Often it takes time to deeply get to know another person and to build a relationship. In home care, continuity is one of the quality factors that the elderly appreciate the most. It is also important in elderly care homes. There, in addition to comfort, patient safety and also the economy of the nursing home are affected by deficiencies in continuity.

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  • 2023-04-13 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling, 04 Bemötande, 03 Ledarskap

    The obsession of notes

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Urging notes can be a sign that the workplace is not working so well. Do employees really sanitize their hands more because there is a note about sanitizing hands at the hand sanitizer? It can be a sign that the nursing home is not functioning as it should. We each have a personal responsibility to keep it neat and create comfort.

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  • 2023-04-13 03:00 13 Hygien
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    Has it happened that you have been affected by winter vomiting disease at your ?

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, but hopefully it can inspire people from other countries.

    Every winter a number of nursing homes are affected by winter vomiting disease, calicivirus. Once it has entered the premises, the operation needs to establish cohort care to reduce the risk of further spread. It is important to have good routines for both hygiene and food handling to reduce the risk of being affected. Likewise, there need to be routines to establish cohort care even during on-call hours.

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  • 2023-04-13 03:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    All residents have the right to participate in activities that suit them.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, but may perhaps serve as inspiration for those interested from other countries.

    Activities are important for well-being. All nursing homes offer activities for the residents today. It is difficult to find activities that suit everyone. It is important to keep track of those who do not participate in activities and consider what can be offered to them. Following up and considering how to reach those who do not spontaneously participate in the offerings is part of the quality work at a nursing home. Those who participate in social activities have an easier time maintaining their health and physical functions.

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  • 2023-04-11 04:00 03 Ledarskap, 04 Bemötande, 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling
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    Difficult conversations

    This article is AI-translated and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    In nursing homes, we often find ourselves in difficult conversations. These are easier to carry out if there is a fundamentally good and appreciative atmosphere at the workplace. Supervision and role play can be used to practice becoming better. Always document difficult conversations while they are fresh in your memory. There are many tricks for creating better conversations that achieve the goal.

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  • 2023-04-03 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling
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    Personal Spaces

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    There are lots of requirements in the regulations on how the work environment for employees should be designed. All employees need to change into work clothes before work shifts and if the work clothes get dirty during work shifts. In the case of cohort care, for example, work clothes may need to be changed several times a day. There needs to be access to a shower and toilet. There also needs to be other staff areas such as dining rooms and rest rooms. In the nursing home, it is also a matter of infection control and care hygiene.

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  • 2023-04-02 04:04 04 Bemötande, 06 Dokumentation
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    To awaken memories with life stories

    This article is AI-translated and written from Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    An important task for care is to see the person with all their experiences, not just colored by the consequences of dementia. With the life story, the care gets an insight into some of the resident's memories and experiences, which contributes to seeing the person behind the disability and offers the opportunity to create contact and adapted activities. Nowadays, there are also digital life stories.

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  • 2023-04-02 04:02 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    Health promoting, function-preserving working methods, ADL - a function-preserving care

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Exercise and activity should be a natural daily part of the operations. The nursing home has a responsibility to work rehabilitatively. Some broaden this and speak of health-promoting working methods. It is about individualized care that preserves function. It is about making exercise a natural part of daily care. As far as possible, take care of toilet visits, dressing, oral hygiene, meals and also participate in activities that engage and stimulate. Based on ADL assessment, an occupational therapist and physiotherapist can design individualized training. Contracture prophylaxis, function-preserving working methods, and everyday rehabilitation are important parts of the care for our elderly.

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  • 2023-03-30 04:12 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Drug Administration

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Every resident must feel confident that the medication they receive is the correct one and that the timing is right. Therefore, it is important that all staff who will handle medication receive thorough training. The training often includes a digital course, knowledge tests with questions and answers, and a practical review of medication management. If someone fails in their responsibility, the delegation can be revoked with immediate effect.

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  • 2023-03-29 04:00 06 Dokumentation
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    Documentation is an important part for being able to follow up on care.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    There are many reasons to document carefully. Insufficient documentation can cause serious deficiencies in care. Documentation is important for following up on what has been done in care. It is the resident's documentation so write everything so that the resident can understand what you mean. Also, remember to describe what has happened and what has been done in a dignified way. The resident has the right to read their journal. The documentation is not a communication tool between colleagues.

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  • 2023-03-29 04:00 06 Dokumentation
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    With a good implementation plan, the chances increase for our care to be good!

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Implementation plans are an important tool in health and social care to ensure that the person's needs and wishes are considered and that care services are delivered in a structured and efficient manner. It is valuable to understand the process and to participate in the planning and follow-up of the implementation plan to ensure the best possible care and welfare. An implementation plan that does not start from the resident's desires and interests is not an implementation plan. It is a job description.

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  • 2023-03-27 04:00 04 Bemötande
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    Low affective treatment

    Communication with our elderly places special demands on those of us who work in care. Facing anger and aggression is part of the work in elderly care. Sadness and frustration can cause irritation, as can difficulties in understanding and being understood. People with dementia or delusions may have difficulty understanding reality and thus feel frustrated by what feels incomprehensible. There is knowledge about how we as fellow human beings and employees in healthcare can act to pour oil on the waves and reduce the risk of violent situations. Low-affective treatment is a tool that means giving messages in short sentences, as those who are upset may have difficulty absorbing more complex messages.

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  • 2023-03-27 04:00 04 Bemötande, 02 Värdegrund
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    Staff with compassion have the ability to understand the residents' feelings.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    We sometimes talk about empathy and compassion as if they were completely synonymous. Compassion is a valuable quality in employees. We need to help each other create an environment where care workers maintain their compassion. Those who have compassion have the ability to understand the feelings of the residents. Research shows that there is a certain nuance difference between empathy and compassion. The empathetic person can still feel some schadenfreude towards someone they do not like. In this way, the empath and empathy have a more limited function than compassion.

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  • 2023-03-26 04:00
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    By changing work clothes at least once a day, the risk of spreading infection decreases.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    It may seem simple to understand the rules for staff clothing. At the same time, point prevalence measurements often show that they are not fully followed. It may be necessary to monitor the entire process to see where the shortcomings are. Staff's attire is an important part of the fight against the spread of infection. It should be included in the staff's hygiene training to understand the importance of changing clothes daily and when necessary. Care clothing requires the ability to be washed at 60 degrees and be flexible to work in. Good shoes and clothes for elder care are important for both the work environment and hygiene.

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  • 2023-03-26 00:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Do you have good routines for delegation?

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Within elderly care, medication management is primarily delegated. At the same time, medication deviations are a common deviation. Education, follow-up of knowledge and secure routines are of great importance for the risks of deviations. The operation needs to have good routines for delegation. Almost all delegations are delegations of medication management. The education must take place at least once a year and be followed up with a knowledge test. It is good to bring up other medical issues in connection with the delegation such as hygiene, vital parameters, how to contact a nurse during on-call hours, what needs to be prepared if someone urgently needs to go to the hospital etc.

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  • 2023-03-25 04:00 13 Hygien
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    Is the room at the nursing home clean and fresh when a new tenant arrives?

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    When a resident leaves a nursing home, the apartment needs to be cleaned out. This is a delicate task. We live in a time when multi-resistant bacteria thrive and even some pests. If someone moves in and gets infected with MRSA or discovers bed bugs, the trust in the operation may take a hit. It is important that the nursing home has clear routines for both how and with what quality the move-out cleaning should take place.

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  • 2023-03-25 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Death

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    The majority of those who move to elderly care end their lives there. The work of determining death, taking care of the deceased and the relatives needs to be done with dignity. In addition, they require knowledge about how the deceased and their relatives want it to be. Death can be both scary and beautiful. With knowledge and consideration, the care of the deceased and their relatives can become a beautiful memory.

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  • 2023-03-25 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    Physical Exercise

    This AI translated article is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    There are benefits to strength training and balance exercises for older people. It helps to keep the body active and reduces the risk of fall injuries. There are good balance exercises that are also suitable for the elderly and the physiotherapist at the residence can develop exercises that are suitable for each resident. With consideration, it is possible to create opportunities and inspire appropriate physical activity for everyone living in the elderly home. Music can often stimulate increased movement. By including balance exercises in the daily routine, it is possible to increase independence and reduce the risk of falls, which can contribute to an active and healthy old age.

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  • 2023-03-24 06:45 01 Kvalitet
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    Moving into a nursing home

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    There is a lot to consider when moving to a retirement home. Is it pleasant, good, what does it cost. What is special accommodation, care and nursing homes, retirement homes, old age homes and service homes and what distinguishes them? What should one consider when choosing accommodation. There are checklists to facilitate the choice. How does one deal with the phone, insurance and other practical issues. Written information contributes to security in connection with moving into a retirement home.

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  • 2023-03-24 04:44 19 Samhället utanför
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    Always check what it costs before you agree to a nursing home.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    All municipalities have different ways of calculating housing costs. It is almost impossible to calculate the housing cost for the elderly home yourself. There are so many factors involved. Income, wealth and rent on the apartment are some factors. For those who are married, the other party's economy is also affected when moving into the elderly home. Contact the municipality's fee administrators, and they will help you calculate the housing cost. Another question that can vary between care and nursing homes is "What is included in the housing cost?"

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  • 2023-03-24 04:00 13 Hygien
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    Does the cleaning work well at your accommodation?

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Cleaning in care homes is an important part of hygiene care. Incorrectly performed or inadequate cleaning can contribute to the spread of infection. Care must have good routines to reduce the risk of infection spreading between people. Good local care is also a matter of comfort and orderliness. There needs to be good job descriptions, so that the toilet is cleaned last. Cleaning routines also concern the working environment.

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  • 2023-03-24 04:00 02 Värdegrund
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    The value base can "be in the walls" and it is not always positive

    This article has been translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    What values we have is reflected in how we treat the residents and our colleagues. It is a joint responsibility to pay attention to the deficiencies in the value base. The value base is the culture that permeates the elderly care. It shapes the norms and values that prevail in the elderly care. There is a national value base that applies to elderly care. In practice, the value base is shaped in the meeting between the people who are in the elderly care. Leadership is a key factor when it comes to shaping a common value base. A function-preserving care and a function-preserving way of working is an essential part of the value base. Likewise, a salutogenic approach.

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  • 2023-03-23 04:00 09 Mat och måltid
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    Eating through a tube does not provide the same joy of food

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Older people often lose the ability to eat on their own. Many relatives are faced with the question of whether to introduce a feeding tube. Difficulty swallowing is a natural part of the progression of dementia. Stroke and other events can also affect the ability to swallow.

    When someone has had a tube surgically inserted via so-called peg directly into the stomach, it is often due to some disease that has caused difficulty swallowing. There are certain risks associated with tube feeding that the person feeding must be aware of. Otherwise, the person being fed could, for example, get food into their lungs.

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  • 2023-03-18 04:00 05 Planering, 06 Dokumentation
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    All residents at the nursing home have the right to receive a medical care plan at least once a year.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Care planning or medical care planning is something that needs to be carried out regularly in the elderly home. Both at the time of moving in and when the health condition changes, as well as when you notice that the end of life is approaching. At least once a year, the doctor should review the medication use and health status of the resident.

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  • 2023-03-06 04:00 18 Arbetsmiljö och utveckling
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    Work environment and patient safety are interconnected

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Work environment and patient safety go hand in hand. A good work environment makes care safer for those who live in the nursing home. With a good work environment, often follows employees who thrive, develop, and stay at the workplace. Continuity is an important quality factor for care. Systematic work environment work contributes to a better psychosocial work environment. The Work Environment Act places great demands on the organizational and social work environment.

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  • 2023-03-03 04:00 06 Dokumentation
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    A journal should be objective and clear, not consist of a bunch of opinions!

    This article is translated by AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    The journal kept by the care is the resident's journal. The one who keeps the journal needs to keep in mind that the resident can request a copy of their journal at any time and read what the staff writes. It can be just as bad if nothing is documented.

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  • 2023-03-02 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Functional changes in stomach and intestine

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can provide inspiration to those interested from other countries.

    Incontinence, constipation, diarrhea, malnutrition, and urinary tract infections are common health problems among residents in nursing homes. Healthcare talks about elimination, which essentially means breakdown or removal of, but in this context, refers to the excretion of feces and urine. Problems in the gastrointestinal tract and urinary tract are common in older people, and many suffer from incontinence issues. Women may also have problems with bleeding from the genital area, and men often have problems with prostate issues.

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  • 2023-02-21 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Medication Review

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Medication reviews should occur at least once a year for those who take many medications. Nurses and doctors need to jointly plan so that all residents receive their annual medication review. The region often has requirements on how medication reviews should be carried out. The nurse can contribute to the quality of the review by preparing with a review using, for example, Phase-20 or Phase Proxy.

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  • 2023-02-19 04:00 13 Hygien
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    It is important that all cleaning is carried out as often and with the quality required.

    This article is translated with AI and based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    For the resident's comfort and safety, it is important that cleaning is done regularly and in a correct manner. The quality of the local care should not depend on who is working for the day. When cleaning, one should always start with cleaner surfaces and end with things that can be considered dirty, such as toilets. There need to be instructions for cleaning different surfaces and spaces in the elderly home. Different equipment is used for different spaces.

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  • 2023-02-04 04:00 09 Mat och måltid, 16 Sjukdom och död
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    Do you have residents who repeatedly have problems with constipation?

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Many older people occasionally suffer from constipation. Constipation can cause suffering for the elderly, including confusion and abdominal pain. Some take medication daily to alleviate the discomfort. Besides oatmeal porridge which is served in many nursing homes, for instance, prunes, kiwi, figs, apricots, pears and whey butter can soften bowel content. "Oatmeal porridge" can also prevent constipation. Fluid and physical activity also contribute to maintaining bowel movements. It is also important that the resident gets to go to the toilet when needed and does not have to wait, so regular toilet visits should be offered to those who do not manage by themselves.

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  • 2023-02-02 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    It is important to be aware of treatment with blood thinners as, for example, a fall accident can cause internal bleeding.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it may be of interest to those from other countries.

    Many elderly people receive treatment with blood-thinning drugs such as Waran, Fragmin, and Eloquis to prevent the risk of blood clots. In connection with, for example, fall accidents, it is important to keep track of the treatment. Internal bleeding, for instance, in connection with fall accidents, can quickly lead to acute symptoms. Therefore, it is important that everyone at the nursing home is aware of the medication and the risk of complications.

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  • 2023-01-23 04:00 08 Förebyggande o lokaler
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    Consent, suitability assessment and environmental adaptation

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    All care at the nursing home is based on the resident's consent. There are ways to work when the resident has difficulty expressing their wish. There is no legal support for any coercive measures. Many residents may have difficulty expressing their will for various reasons. Licensed staff therefore need to conduct a risk analysis and investigate, for example, how bed rails and care belts/position belts are perceived by the resident.

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  • 2023-01-22 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Effective management of medication reviews at the nursing home - What a medication story should contain

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Older people have often had medications prescribed by different doctors at different times. In order to get a picture of what was the basis for the medication being originally prescribed, it can be good to have a medication history. When the medication history is ready, it is good if the doctor can also go through it together with the resident and relatives. In this way, additional information can emerge. At the same time, the resident gets a reminder of why they are taking the various medications.

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  • 2023-01-13 04:00 14 Läkemedelshantering
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    Do you have good order and safety in the medicine room?

    This article is written from Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested individuals from other countries.

    Errors in drug management entail risks for the residents of the elderly home. A well-functioning medication room is a good basis for safe drug handling. By carefully planning and organizing the medication room, the elderly home can create a safe and efficient environment for handling drugs, which in turn contributes to a high standard of care and service for the residents.

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  • 2023-01-11 04:00 19 Samhället utanför
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    What rights do I as an elder have if I wish to move to another municipality?

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    More and more people have their relatives living in another part of the country. The distance can mean that it is difficult to maintain contact and provide good support in everyday life. It is important that the move is based on the elder's wish, not the relative's guilt.

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  • 2023-01-05 04:00 07 Riskhantering
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    Safety culture, order and tidiness

    This AI translated article is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Security aspects at a nursing home require considering the work environment, patient safety, food safety, fire protection and more. A good safety culture at the nursing home is a fundamental prerequisite for providing security, well-being, and respect for the elderly. It requires education, cooperation, and continuous improvements. By prioritizing safety at the nursing home, we can create an environment where the elderly can age with dignity and security. It is an investment in their quality of life and well-being.

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  • 2022-12-29 04:00 06 Dokumentation
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    Language Requirements, Information Security and Journal Review

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective, hopefully it can also inspire people in other countries.

    Strong Swedish language skills among staff in elderly care are crucial to ensure high-quality care and a positive care environment. By offering language training, creating an environment that promotes the use of Swedish, and providing continuous feedback and support, nursing homes can effectively strengthen the Swedish language for staff with Swedish as a second language. This will benefit both the elderly and the staff and create a more inclusive and high-quality care environment. This is necessary for staff to be able to communicate with the residents, document what is happening, understand instructions, and be able to inform, for example, nurses and ambulances.

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  • 2022-11-28 04:00
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    Leadership and Development - Future Elderly Homes, Development Work for Better Care

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    If I want to succeed in leading a person towards a certain goal, I must first find her where she is and start right there (Søren Kierkegaard)

    Development work in nursing homes is crucial for improving the quality of care and increasing the quality of life for the residents. By continuously seeking new methods and implementing innovations, nursing homes can offer a safer and more stimulating environment for the elderly.

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  • 2022-05-16 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död

    To train the brain

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Brain training reduces the feeling of stress in the elderly. Increased knowledge about the brain's function gives us tools to exercise the brain throughout life. There is also mental strength training that helps us better achieve our goals. With various types of mental and physical training, we can improve our quality of life.

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  • 2021-07-07 17:01 19 Samhället utanför
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    Living library at the nursing home, community and participation for the elderly

    This article is written from Swedish perspectives. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Many of our elders have life experiences that can be beneficial to others. Living libraries have become a popular offering in parts of the country. Often, it involves a person who has had a serious illness sharing their experiences from care and treatment. Perhaps it is possible to make variations of this in the nursing home. Living libraries are a powerful method to promote community, understanding, and empathy in nursing homes. By highlighting people's unique stories and experiences, we can create an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

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  • 2021-06-28 04:00 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    The right to practice one's religion is a right even for those living in nursing homes.

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective but can hopefully be inspiring for those interested from other countries.

    Promoting spiritual well-being in nursing homes is an important part of care and can involve creating meaningful devotions based on the residents' individual wishes and faith. By offering different forms of religious or spiritual practice, nursing homes can support the residents' well-being and create a sense of community and belonging. Here are some tips for how staff at nursing homes can provide the residents with the conditions to participate in devotions based on their faith and needs.

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  • 2021-06-07 04:00 02 Värdegrund, 19 Samhället utanför, 04 Bemötande
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    It is important to have thought through how the business should relate to spirits and hauntings.

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    There are TV programs today where mediums help cleanse properties from ghosts and restless spirits. This issue sometimes arises in nursing homes as well. It is important to have an open mind when these questions come up so that the resident can feel respected and experience safety.

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  • 2021-04-08 04:00 04 Bemötande, 19 Samhället utanför, 05 Planering
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    Access to a knowledgeable interpreter can be life-saving.

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    Interpreting is a right for the individual. Yet, interpreters are relatively rarely booked for elder care homes. It is important to ensure that the resident is able to express their wishes and needs. There are many situations where inability to understand the resident can lead to violations or risk of care injuries. It is not only spoken language that needs interpreting.

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  • 2021-04-04 04:00 05 Planering
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    Coordinated Individual Plan (SIP)

    This article has been translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    A Coordinated Individual Plan (SIP) is a way to ensure that care efforts provided from different healthcare providers cooperate to give the resident the best possible care and treatment. SIP is a statutory right for the individual. Request a SIP if the coordination between different healthcare providers does not seem to work.

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  • 2021-03-31 04:00
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    The routines for sampling must be correct otherwise the test results may be wrong

    This article is translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    Many people living in nursing homes have diseases that need to be monitored with regular testing. Correct testing is a prerequisite for safe and secure care. The person taking the samples must be meticulous and knowledgeable about how the sample should be handled, otherwise the test results may be incorrect and the resident risks receiving incorrect treatment.

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  • 2021-03-09 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död, 07 Riskhantering
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    Do you work with the BPSD registry?

    This article is translated with AI and is based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    The BPSD registry is a registry that provides support in the work of creating good care when the resident develops behavioral or psychological symptoms in dementia. Many people who suffer from dementia at some point develop such symptoms. The BPSD registry can provide support when a resident with dementia develops symptoms that may be difficult to manage in the operation. There are checklists, training, assessments, and suggestions for actions to reduce the problems that may arise. The method can assist in developing response plans and other treatment intervention proposals. By understanding the basis for symptoms or behavioral changes, we can adapt our response and care to the resident's needs.

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  • 2021-01-24 04:00 07 Riskhantering, 19 Samhället utanför
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    Have you had people staying with you who need protected identity?

    This article is translated with AI and written from Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    People with protected identities are not so common in elderly care, but they do exist. It places special demands on the elderly residence and the routines. It is important to keep track of the degree of protected identity the individual has. Some journal systems can handle people with protected identities while others cannot. The operation may need to establish special routines. Those who have a protected identity have received it because they live under threat. It could be a close relative or someone else who wants to harm or kill the person.

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  • 2021-01-23 04:00 02 Värdegrund, 03 Ledarskap, 04 Bemötande, 07 Riskhantering
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    Working with participation is an obvious quality factor in all care for fellow human beings.

    This article has been translated with AI and written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire those interested from other countries.

    There is a national value base for elderly care that we all should adhere to. It's about turning words into action. How do we work with participation, communication, treatment, respect, accessibility, self-determination, discrimination, violence and other important aspects of the national value base? It's important to make the value base a valuable support in the daily work at the nursing home, so that it doesn't just gather dust on a shelf.

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  • 2020-12-20 04:00 16 Sjukdom och död

    Care and Support for People with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Nursing Homes: Effective Strategies and Advice

    This article is written based on Swedish conditions. Hopefully, it can inspire interested parties from other countries.

    Many elderly people suffer from COPD. This affects their quality of life. With good support and treatment, the symptoms can be alleviated. There is a treatment ladder if the disease worsens. Many with COPD also suffer from other diseases. Training in inhalation technique, individualized training, and good nutrition intake are important parts of the treatment.

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  • 2020-12-10 04:00 02 Värdegrund, 05 Planering, 10 Aktivitet o funktionsbevarande arbetssätt
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    How under-stimulation and mental institutional damage affect people's health and well-being

    This article is written from a Swedish perspective. Hopefully, it can inspire interested people from other countries.

    What happens when all days are alike and others plan the time. When the food is served, the choice of clothes is made by someone else and the day mostly becomes a longing for the evening when you get to go to bed and sleep, it affects the well-being. It is important to pay attention to whether any of the residents show signs of institutional damage. In this way, it is possible to prevent unnecessary suffering. It is important to be aware of the symptoms of understimulation and to take measures to provide sufficient stimulation and activities to promote health and well-being among individuals, especially older adults and people with disabilities. Creating a stimulating environment with varied activities and social interactions can help counteract understimulation and promote a healthy lifestyle.

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