This study tested the hypothesis that sarcopenia, a common extrapulmonary feature of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), can affect ventilatory behavior, and worsen the multidimensional nature of dyspnea in patients with COPD.
With demand for Medicaid long-term services and supports increasing nationwide, states are seeking ways to ensure resources are allocated to individuals who most need them. States have implemented assessment tools and algorithms to prioritize...
Nursing Home (NH) residents require complete or extensive support, including 24-hour nursing and personal care. LTC residents contribute a greater number of emergency department (ED) visits when compared to community-dwelling older adults. Little is...
As part of CMS regulations each long-term care (LTC) facility must develop care plans for residents, which allow for engagement about treatment options. There is a dearth of data regarding how LTC residents in the US feel about their role in the...
Introducing pets and animal therapy into an institutionalized resident's routine improves their psychopathological status and perceived quality of life. It is also known to foster sociability and reduce reliance on psychotropic medications. During...
A quality improvement project was conducted within this facility’s post-acute and long-term care unit to determine which provided services are related to quality of life. The Kano model was utilized to assess a service by using questionnaires with...
