Insider's Guide to Better Nursing Home Care

Insider's Guide to Better Nursing Home Care
Author: Donna M. Reed
Publisher: Prometheus Books
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2010-12
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1615921818

Based on her ten years of experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse in many care facilities, attorney Donna M. Reed shares her insider knowledge to help ensure that nursing home residents receive the best care possible.

Insiders' Guide® to Gettysburg

Insiders' Guide® to Gettysburg
Author: Kate Hertzog
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2009-05-19
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1461747392

Insiders' Guide to Gettysburg is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to this historic city.

Vet Confidential

Vet Confidential
Author: Louise Murray, D.V.M.
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2008-06-24
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 034550769X

From an experienced and highly respected authority in the veterinary world comes a comprehensive must-have guide to everything you need to know to ensure high-quality health care for your beloved animal companions. Our pets mean the world to us and we go out of our way to pamper them, from gourmet cat treats to doggie daycare. We should, of course, also demand the very best when it comes to their health. But how do we choose the right veterinarian? How do we know if our pets are receiving proper medical treatment or the most effective therapy when they are sick? Remarkable progress has been made in veterinary medicine, but there is still much disparity in the health care provided for pets. Dr. Louise Murray cuts through the confusion, addresses the common concerns of pet owners, and arms you with knowledge so you can avoid substandard care. Inside you’ll find information on • how to choose a veterinarian • what to look for during your pet’s exam • when it’s time to seek out a specialist • how to make sure your pet is protected by up-to-date technology, safe anesthesia protocols, and advanced surgical techniques • proper pain management and adequate nursing care for your pet • the lowdown on vaccinations • the growing realm of alternative veterinary medicine • the latest pet insurance plans • the use and misuse of steroid medication She also gives counsel on where to turn if you suspect improper care, and provides comforting advice on saying good-bye. Vet Confidential is an honest and vital source that will help pet owners make sure that their cherished pets will live a long, happy, and healthy life.

Insiders' Guide® to Branson and the Ozark Mountains

Insiders' Guide® to Branson and the Ozark Mountains
Author: Fred Pfister
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2009-08-25
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 076275625X

Written by a local author, this guide is filled to the brim with insider information on everything from the top fishing sites to seasonal festivals and the best places to eat, sleep, and play.

Insiders' Guide® to Columbus, Ohio

Insiders' Guide® to Columbus, Ohio
Author: Shawnie Kelley
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2008-07-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1461746884

Everything you need to know about the nation’s fifteenth largest city! Whether you plan to pursue an education, start a business, or raise a family, this guide takes you through the rapidly growing Discovery City.

Nursing Homes

Nursing Homes
Author: Frances Lovett
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2018-08-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9781719151023

Nursing Homes: How to Find a Good One Or a Few Good Nurses in a Bad One, addresses the reality of today's nursing home care: Good nursing homes are scarce, thus many of our loved ones reside in facilities providing bad care. This guide offers an insider's solution-find a few good nurses and nurses' aids. The book offers insight into identifying a good nursing home and explains why a good nursing home today may be a bad nursing home tomorrow. The myth that a skilled nursing facility, a care and rehabilitation center, nursing center, memory care, etc., offer care superior to a nursing home is laid to rest. Directions on how to find each facility's state inspection reports and Medicare's database aid in side-by-side facility comparisons and objective looks at slick marketing claims. The value of this guide is its simple, direct approach to assuring that a loved one receives the best of care in any facility. Family, friends and the resident are given the tools needed to identify reasonable care and advocate until it is provided. Daily routines affecting each resident are approached in detail, for example, mealtimes, medications, confusion, restraints, incontinence, resident's rights, and more. Each chapter stands alone to provide a quick reference when problems arise. Payment is an issue with every nursing home admission. The "Understanding Payment" chapter encourages the reader to take control of their own resources whether private payment, insurance, Medicare, Medicaid or veterans benefits. Paying more at an up-scale facility never assures better care. The author explains why a plain vanilla nursing home may be a better choice for your loved one.

Insiders' Guide® to Washington, D.C.

Insiders' Guide® to Washington, D.C.
Author: Jason Rich
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2010-01-26
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1461746965

Majestic monuments and memorials. Renowned museums. Top-notch restaurants and hotels. A truly world-class town. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities

Choosing a Good Nursing Home

Choosing a Good Nursing Home
Author: Sherri L. Mitchell
Publisher: Xulon Press
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2009-08-27
Genre: Nursing home care
ISBN: 1615791000

Are you and your family faced with the decision of placing your loved one in a nursing home? The choice may be one of the most important decisions that you will ever make. In Choosing a Good Nursing Home, Sherri L. Mitchell offers valuable insight in understanding the questions to ask to properly explore which nursing home can best meet the needs of your loved one. Choosing a Good Nursing Home enables you to see the facility from a different vantage point. It moves beyond the surface appearance of the home and looks at the areas that will aid you in making a knowledgeable decision. The book covers topics from what to look for in the initial tour of the facility, to knowing what questions to ask if your loved one has dementia, is in need of therapy, has weight loss problems or has pressure ulcers (bedsores). Choosing a Good Nursing Home allows you to make a more informed decision as to where to place your loved one, whether the stay will be for short-term rehabilitation or permanent placement. Sherri L. Mitchell began her career in nursing home administration after her grandmother received poor care in a nursing home. She subsequently became a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (L.N.H.A.) in the state of Illinois. She couples her previous experience as a granddaughter (of a nursing home resident) with her experience as an administrator to give you the needed perspective to assist you in selecting a good nursing home. Mitchell resides in Chicago, Illinois with her husband of eleven years.

An Insider's Guide to Orthopedic Surgery

An Insider's Guide to Orthopedic Surgery
Author: Elizabeth Kaufmann
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2018-01-09
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1510723455

Nearly two million Americans undergo elective orthopedic surgery each year. And the numbers keep growing—hip replacements are projected to double over the next fifteen years, and knee replacements will quadruple. When you are ready for your procedure, you’ll want a copy of An Insider’s Guide to Orthopedic Surgery at your side. It is the only book that will help you prepare yourself (and your home) for a quicker and more thorough recovery. As a physical therapist who has spent more than seventeen years helping patients through recovery, author Elizabeth Kaufmann discusses the things that your surgeon won’t cover. You’ll get detailed, practical instruction on: •Preparing your home for the equipment you’ll need upon return •Understanding what will happen at every step of your hospital stay, from arrival through surgery to release (which will likely be sooner than you expect) •Getting the best care from therapists and other hospital and rehab staff members •Dealing with pain throughout the healing process •Building a support network to help provide care during recovery You’ll also learn the difference between a physical therapist and an occupational therapist; be ready for that first session; and find out the advantages of home therapy, sub-acute rehab, and outpatient therapy. If you have been suffering from chronic pain in the shoulder, knee, or hip, joint replacement can offer a second chance at restoring the life you desire. An Insider’s Guide to Orthopedic Surgery will help you get ready for it.

Gilbert Guide

Gilbert Guide
Author: Gilbert Guide, Inc.
Publisher: Gilbert Guide, Inc.
Total Pages: 571
Release: 2006-09
Genre:
ISBN: 0976434644