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What should be included in the resident's person-centered care plan: daily medication list, preferences, and routines, previous address, caregiver's name?

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), comprehensive, person-centered care plans are legally required and must describe the services a resident will receive to attain their highest practical well-being. But what should be included in the resident's person-centered care plan: daily medication list, preferences, and routines, previous address, caregiver's name?

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How often should you have a colonoscopy after age 80? Individualized decisions matter.

According to the American Cancer Society, people over age 85 should no longer undergo routine colorectal cancer screening. However, the guidelines for those between ages 76 and 85 are more nuanced. The decision of how often should you have a colonoscopy after age 80 is not standardized and depends on a comprehensive evaluation of personal health, life expectancy, and preferences.

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The Aging Population and Patient Preference: What has been the primary reason for the increase of home health care?

According to a 2021 AARP survey, over three-quarters (77%) of adults aged 50 and older want to remain in their homes as they age, making this desire to "age in place" a primary reason for the increase of home health care. This major demographic shift, combined with evolving patient expectations, is fundamentally reshaping the healthcare industry.

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