What is the role of Palliative in Chronic Kidney Disease?
“End stage renal disease is a progressive, debilitating, chronic illness requiring nursing and medical interventions. The development of the disease affects quality of life, potentially influencing physical and mental health, functional status, independence, general well-being, personal relationships and social functioning.” (Cleary et al., 2005) Chronic kidney disease is a complex chronic condition. Given the complexities […]
What is the role of Hospice in Chronic Kidney Disease?
“End stage renal disease is a progressive, debilitating, chronic illness requiring nursing and medical interventions. The development of the disease affects quality of life, potentially influencing physical and mental health, functional status, independence, general well-being, personal relationships and social functioning.” (Cleary et al., 2005) Kidney disease involves complex care management for multiple systems. The role […]
What is the role of Home Health in Chronic Kidney Disease?
“End stage renal disease is a progressive, debilitating, chronic illness requiring nursing and medical interventions. The development of the disease affects quality of life, potentially influencing physical and mental health, functional status, independence, general well-being, personal relationships and social functioning.” (Cleary et al., 2005) Kidney disease involves complex care management for multiple systems. The role […]
Weekly Pulse for March 14, 2022
Home Health (Therapy) Start Date Hospice (Nursing) Start Date Clarkston 3/14 3/14 Lewiston 3/14 3/14 Moscow 3/16 3/15 Orofino 3/16 3/15 ***Start Dates are contingent on receiving a complete referral*** Clinical Focus March is Kidney Disease Awareness Month! Early diagnosis is critical in creating a comprehensive treatment plan for kidney disease. Individuals with diabetes and […]
Weekly Pulse for March 7, 2022
Home Health (Therapy) Start Date Hospice (Nursing) Start Date Clarkston 3/8 3/8 Lewiston 3/8 3/8 Moscow 3/9 3/8 Orofino 3/10 3/8 ***Start Dates are contingent on receiving a complete referral*** Clinical Focus We are focusing on kidney disease awareness this month! Complexities with kidney disease are known to cause nerve damage, cardiovascular complications, weak bones, […]
March is Kidney Disease Awareness Month!
We are focusing on kidney health. Treatment and management are often a long process with many comorbid conditions being managed. Kidney disease is known to complicate blood pressure management and the individual’s ability to maintain balanced nutrition. Long-term effects include anemia, compromised bone density, and nerve damage. 37 million Americans have CKD with resultant heart […]
