Care home managers know what it takes to ensure the quality of care. Without having a proper plan in place, it’s impossible for any care home to follow best practices and ensure the well-being of the residents. Although the plan of action may differ from one care home to another, there are factors, which if…
Medical compliance, reduced paperwork, real-time access to information and instant collaborations are some of the many benefits of using an electronic medication system such as eMAR. In today’s digital world, there are different software and technologies offering great services to care homes and it can be a bit overwhelming to choose the right one.…
Implementing eMAR (electronic medication administration record) is undoubtedly one of the most important investments that care homes can make. The digital medical records-keeping system is a cost-effective solution to eliminate several paper-based hassles inherent in care homes. By implementing electronic MAR sheet medication administration, care homes can significantly lower the risks of medication errors which,…
Caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s can be quite daunting. However, if you approach this role equipped with knowledge and flexibility you are likely to improve the quality of your relationship with the person you are caring for. People suffering from Alzheimer’s can often be upset or withdrawn and may have mood swings which can…
Medication errors are a problem in the UK, as they are in other countries. They occur due to many reasons – from lack of knowledge and training to workload and time pressures. There are many types of medical errors and they can occur anywhere in the system – from pharmacies and hospitals to care homes. …
Insulin and medications are important aspects of Diabetes management. However, older adults suffering from Diabetes, particularly if they have mental or physical limitations, managing medications can be challenging. In such situations, the role of caregivers becomes important. If you are working at a care home where you are responsible to take care of residents suffering…
When it comes to healthcare, there are no two ways that patient safety should be a top priority at all times. However, due to different factors such as lack of knowledge or training, work pressure, distractions or interruptions during work, nurses may put themselves or the patients in an unsafe situation inadvertently. If you…
Medication errors at care homes are one of the most common causes of harm – and one of the most common causes of medical errors is prescribing errors. Here is a useful read for caregivers on prescribing errors and how can they be prevented: Common prescribing errors: How does the eMAR medication system help? Prescribing…
Preventing adverse drug events remains a top resident safety priority not only in hospitals but also across all healthcare settings such as nursing homes and care homes. There are many reasons why medication errors occur and one of the most common reasons is caregivers not having accurate medication history of residents at care homes. …
The key role of any care home setting is to provide healthy menu options to its residents. With residents having a range of dietary needs and specific health concerns, meal planning can be a little challenging for the caregivers. While proper nutrition is vital for every age and gender, maintaining a healthy meal plan for…