For those suffering from dementia, the responsive behaviors are among the most distressing and challenging outcomes of the condition. These responsive behaviors most commonly include apathy, depression, irritability, agitation or anxiety.

According to a 2016 report by the WHO, globally there are 650 million people that are obese accounting for approx. 13% of the world’s adult population.

Part 1 – Quality care starts with meticulous planning and decision-making Learn how meticulous planning and decision-making help you to combine excellent care for your patients with improved nursing safety and performance.

According to recent data (2020) from Trust for America’s Health, the US adult obesity rate of 42.4% continues to grow over the years and is the first time the national rate has passed the 40% threshold.

Andersen, RN, WCC, Arjo Clinical Consultant, to discuss medical beds and fall prevention. Bob has served in the Navy and has worked in CVICU, ER, Trauma, Neuro Interventional, Burn/Hyperbaric ICU, and more recently worked as a Flight Nurse.

The Clip bathing in situ sling - unpadded legs is suitable for bathing and showering activities as the mesh material allows water to pass easily through the sling.

Reduced mobility is a significant risk factor for pressure injury development, international guidelines emphasise the need for regular turning and repositioning of patients to help prevent skin damage¹. While a pressure redistribution mattress may enable the repositioning regimen to be individualised, regular postural change is still important but not without risk to the patient or caregiver.

In healthcare, architects and owners collaborate to keep staff and patients safe as well as plan for the best use of space in a facility. Ceiling lifts provide a high level of satisfaction to those who incorporate this technology into their ... their project plans. Below are 10 advantages of ceiling lifts in a healthcare project.

The Positive Eight™ philosophy and the Arjo approach. We have developed the Mobility Gallery and Dementia care personas to assist you in identifying individual needs and selecting appropriate solutions that support daily living activities.

tool to help planning your patient care. Meeting the needs of each and every individual. Learn more at Arjo. The Mobility Gallery is an assessment tool based on five different levels of mobility, named in alphabetic order from A to E

Control protocol on a daily basis. Ensuring the safety of patients and staff at all times, in a range of different settings requires a robust process, where care and treatment can be delivered without the risk of infection due to poor hygiene standards

healthcare facility, Arjo KWIKtrak™ has been specifically designed with aesthetics in mind, providing a discrete solution that integrates seamlessly with your care environment. The flexible system helps you maximise the utilisation of your space

We recently spent time with Mary Anne Uayan, BSN, RN, CCRN, CWCA, Arjo Clinical Consultant - Wound Care, to discuss the advantages of the Wellness Nordic Relax Chair.

easy to detach, ideal for use in healthcare facilities where frequent patient transfers are required. This eliminates the need for additional weighing equipment or multiple transfers, streamlining the patient care process and reducing the risk ... measurements that are accurate to within a few pounds. Class III level of precision is necessary for accurately weighing patients in healthcare settings, particularly for patients who require close monitoring of their weight due to medical conditions or