Hospitals are confusing and stressful places. When your loved one is in the hospital, these tips from experienced insiders can help you avoid problems and make informed decisions. Must-know Tips When Seniors are in the Hospital We found a helpful article from Reader’s Digest with 50 secrets about hospitals that patients should know. They gathered these hospital tips straight from healthcare and medical insiders.…
Hospital status determines out-of-pocket medical costs When they’re in the hospital, it’s essential to know your older adult’s hospital status. That’s because hospital status affects their out-of-pocket medical costs and eligibility for Medicare coverage of post-hospital nursing home stays. By law, hospitals are required to notify patients that they might have to pay huge out-of-pocket costs if they stay more than 24…
Preparing before leaving the hospital is essential for recovery After a hospitalization, older adults still need extra care in order to have a smooth recovery. A successful hospital discharge helps them stay on track and regain as much independence as possible. And getting prepared before they actually leave the hospital will make a big difference in your older adult’s healing. That’s because…
How to know if recovery is going well or not After a hospitalization, the last thing anyone wants is for your older adult to have to return to the hospital. But recovery doesn’t always go smoothly and seniors could suddenly take a turn for the worse. If that happens, it’s important to go back to the hospital for immediate medical attention. There…
Hospitals can bring out challenging dementia behavior Dementia and hospital stays are not a good combination. Hospitals are noisy, confusing environments that are full of strange people, bright lights, and reflective surfaces. On top of that, your older adult isn’t feeling well or is in pain and they’re being constantly touched, questioned, and poked. For someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia, all of…
It’s stressful when your older adult is in the hospital. But it can be even more stressful when doctors say they’re ready to go home. Vive Health shares information about the hospital discharge process that caregivers must know in order to help seniors successfully continue their recovery at home After a stay at the hospital, it’s a relief when seniors are…
Seniors need extra support when they’re in the hospital A stay in the hospital can be confusing, scary, and painful. When your older adult is seriously ill or after a medical emergency, they need extra support during their hospital stay. Having an advocate, emotional support, and extra assistance reduces the risk of common complications like delirium and can help speed up their…
Hospital insider secrets could save senior lives Nurses are the best sources for learning what really happens in hospitals and medical offices. Doctors rush from patient to patient, but nurses are the ones who spend time with them. They also see what happens behind the scenes. Alexandra Robbins is a writer who spent 4 years interviewing and following nurses for her book.…
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