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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 8, 2025

5 min

What are the four PS in long-term care? A Guide to Proactive Resident Care

Implementing structured, purposeful rounding can significantly decrease resident falls and increase overall satisfaction in long-term care settings. This systematic approach, centered on the proactive care framework known as **what are the four PS in long-term care?**, moves care delivery from reactive to preventative, addressing needs before they become urgent problems.

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Oct 7, 2025

3 min

Are older adults satisfaction with telemedicine during the COVID pandemic a systematic review?

According to one systematic review, many older adults reported high satisfaction with telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic, with overall rates ranging from 70% to 97.6%. This confirms that despite widespread concern, the rapid shift to virtual care was often met with a positive reception by the senior population.

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Oct 5, 2025

4 min

What are the 5 P's of fall prevention?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 36 million falls are reported among older adults each year, resulting in more than 32,000 deaths. To combat this critical issue, healthcare professionals often rely on purposeful rounding, a key strategy that incorporates the mnemonic known as the 5 P's of fall prevention. This approach helps caregivers proactively address patient needs before they become an emergency, significantly reducing the risk of falls and improving patient safety.

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