Crisis management and emergency preparedness planning for hospitals Crisis management and emergency preparedness planning are essential for hospitals to ensure the continuity of essential services, the safety of patients and staff, and the effective response to various types of emergencies. Hospitals face many potential hazards, such as natural disasters, pandemics, terrorist attacks, mass casualty incidents, […]
Challenges of Transitioning to Value-Based Reimbursement Models The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation from fee-for-service (FFS) to value-based reimbursement (VBR) models, in which providers are paid based on the quality and cost of care they deliver. VBR models aim to improve patient outcomes, lower healthcare spending, and enhance patient and provider satisfaction. However, […]
Examining the impact of an interprofessional team model of care on 30-day readmissions Hospital readmissions within 30 days of discharge are a common indicator of poor quality of care and a source of financial penalties for hospitals. Reducing readmissions requires effective care transitions that involve coordination and communication among different health professionals across different settings. […]
Exploring Factors Influencing Patient Satisfaction with Preoperative Teaching Preoperative teaching is an intervention that aims to improve patients’ knowledge, health behaviors and outcomes before surgery [1]. Providing adequate and timely preoperative education is critical, as ineffective education can lead to higher anxiety, a higher risk of complications, longer hospital stays and more readmissions [2]. Patient […]
Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Smoking Cessation Program Smoking is a major public health problem that causes various diseases and premature deaths. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 8 million people die each year from tobacco use, and most of them are in low- and middle-income countries [1]. Therefore, it is important […]
Reducing hospital readmission rates through improved discharge education Hospital readmission is a major challenge for health care systems, as it indicates poor quality of care, increases costs, and affects patient outcomes. According to a recent study, about 20% of Medicare beneficiaries are readmitted within 30 days of discharge, and 34% within 90 days (Kripalani et […]
Reducing Falls in Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities Falls are a common and serious problem for patients in inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs). According to a study by Heinemann et al. (2018), the fall rate in IRFs was 12.3 per 1000 patient days, and 32.9% of falls resulted in injury. Falls can lead to physical and psychological harm, […]
Reducing Hospital Readmissions Hospital readmissions are a major challenge for health care systems, as they indicate poor quality of care, increase costs and expose patients to potential harm. According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), about 15% of Medicare beneficiaries are readmitted within 30 days of discharge, costing the program more than […]
Psychological and clinical impact on inflammatory outcomes among African women Inflammatory-related chronic diseases are prevalent among African women, especially those who face racial and social injustices. These diseases can affect their mental and reproductive health, as well as their quality of life. The psychosocial, clinical and neighborhood factors that contribute to inflammatory outcomes among African […]
What impact do recent public health initiatives have on lowering or managing childhood obesity? A case study from the UK. Childhood obesity is a serious public health issue that affects millions of children and adolescents worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the prevalence of overweight and obesity among children and adolescents aged 5-19 […]
Mapping the pathophysiology when diagnosing a patient with complex medical needs such as vascular dementia. Vascular dementia is a type of cognitive impairment that affects the brain’s ability to perform complex tasks such as reasoning, planning, judgment and memory. It is caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, which can result from various conditions […]
Surgical Interventions for Neurogenic Shock Neurogenic shock is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the spinal cord is injured and disrupts the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. This causes vasodilation, hypotension, bradycardia, and impaired tissue perfusion. Neurogenic shock can lead to organ failure and death if not treated promptly and effectively. Surgical […]
