Taking Healthcare by Storm

In today's episode, we discuss antipsychotics in long-term care, including how antipsychotics work; side effects; prescribing and reduction; and federal guidance related to antipsychotic prescribing.

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 This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-113023-CC-A 

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In today's episode, we discuss the latest information about the influenza, pneumococcal, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines. The discussion will also address:  

• Strategies for addressing common concerns and myths surrounding vaccination
• Strategies to increase vaccine acceptance among both residents and staff
• Principles of vaccine administration and safety

 This episode is a rebroadcast of our Nov. 8 webinar.

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 This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-112323-CC-A 

In this week's webinar, we discuss palliative care for preventing avoidable hospitalizations. The presentation will discuss:

• What palliative care is
• The difference between palliative and hospice care
• Goals of care
• Barriers to communication
• Language used at end of life

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• Palliative Care and Oranges (Video)
• Palliative Care and Oranges: A Story About Managing Illness (Flyer) 

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This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-111623-CC-A 

In this week’s episode, we discuss the latest information about the influenza, pneumococcal, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines. The discussion will also address:  

• Strategies for addressing common concerns and myths surrounding vaccination
• Strategies to increase vaccine acceptance among both residents and staff
• Principles of vaccine administration and safety

Related links:

• View video recording
• Download presentation slides

Check out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/multimedia 

 This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-110923-CC-A 

Quality Insights’ panel of health experts is back to answer questions for nursing homes. This week’s Q&A discussed the new “up to date” definition for COVID-19 vaccination; gradual dose reduction of antipsychotics; MDS reporting, and nursing home staffing. 

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 This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-110123-CC-A

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Dr. Jon Glass, a Clinical Psychologist with Northshore Psychological Associates.

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This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-PCH-110123-GK

Immunizations are an important tool in reducing adverse events in long-term care. In today's episode, we will discuss how facilities can strengthen their immunization campaigns with the goal of reducing adverse events — as well as enhancing regulatory compliance.

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• Quality Measure Tip Sheet: Influenza
• Quality Measure Tip Sheet: Pneumonia Vaccine
• Pneumococcal Vaccinations Algorithm

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 This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-102623-CC-A 

In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Brooke Parker, the Community Linkage to Care Program Coordinator of the CAMC Ryan White Program.

If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website: https://www.qualityinsights.org/qin/taking-healthcare-by-storm

This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-PCH-102523-GK-B

In today’s episode, we review ways to prevent, identify, and document UTIs. This discussion will include a review of Minimum Data Set (MDS) reporting requirements related to UTIs. 

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• 2023 NHSN Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Checklist 

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 This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-101923-CC-A