Achieving a Restraint-Free Environment in Healthcare Training
In a medical setting, restraints are devices that limit a patient’s movement. Restraints can also help keep a person from hurting themselves or causing harm to others, especially caretakers. Additionally, there are a variety of devices used to restrain a patient. These include belts, vests, jackets, and mitts for the patient’s hands. These devices also […]
Mastering CURES Act Compliance Training for Healthcare Professionals
The CURES Act Final Rule from the ONC promotes smooth safe access, exchange, and use of electronic health information. Also, the rule is intended to give patients and medical professionals protected access to health information. It also aims to boost innovation and competition by building an ecosystem of innovative applications to provide patients with more […]
Ensuring HIPAA Compliance in 2024 with AMC’s Expertise
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, maintaining compliance with regulations is paramount. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been a cornerstone in safeguarding patient information for nearly three decades. As we step into 2024, healthcare providers must stay abreast of the latest updates to remain compliant. In this blog post, explore how […]
Navigating the No Surprises Act Training for Healthcare Providers
On December 27, 2020, the United States Congress adopted the No Surprises Act (NSA) as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, which has various provisions to assist in protecting customers against unexpected costs beginning January 1, 2022. The following course highlights the NSA and how it impacts healthcare. What you will learn: Situations […]
Digital Do’s and Don’ts: Navigating Healthcare Compliance Successfully
Providing healthcare is undeniably one of the most promising and rewarding ventures in today’s business landscape. This is because of the rapidly growing global population and aging demographic. As featured in Companies Market Cap, the top 10 publicly traded healthcare companies have revenue of $39 billion to $359 billion as of 2023. This shows that […]
A Comprehensive Training on the Foundations of Restorative Nursing
Restorative nursing entails several nursing interventions that support the resident’s ability to perform at their highest level. Furthermore, the purpose of a Restorative Nursing Program (RNP) is to restore as much independence as feasible while still preventing functional loss. Also, RNPs assist people in doing things for themselves rather than personnel conducting duties on their […]
Effective Management of Patient Elopement Training
Elopement is defined by the VA National Center for Patient Safety (NCPS) as when a patient knows they are not allowed to leave but yet chooses to do so consciously. Finding out that a patient has “gone missing” is a terrifying experience for both clinicians and patients’ families. Furthermore, patients who elope frequently have decreased […]
Understanding Different Types of Dementia
The loss of cognitive abilities, such as thinking, remembering, and reasoning, to the point where it interferes with day-to-day activities, is known as dementia. Some people with this health condition experience emotional instability, which can lead to personality changes. The onset of this disease typically occurs in individuals over the age of 65. It also […]
Mastering Teamwork and Communication in Healthcare Settings
Teamwork is the foundation of a healthcare system that runs smoothly and provides the best possible care for its patients. Additionally, providing safe care relies highly on a team of trained medical professionals. This team includes employees with diverse roles and responsibilities who collaborate with the best interests of the patient in mind. Inadequate teamwork […]
Empathy in Action Training: Understanding and Supporting People with Dementia
The following course is designed to teach healthcare providers the necessary tools in order to show empathy to patients suffering from dementia. Understanding the causes and symptoms of various forms of dementia will be helpful in providing support on an individual basis. There are four types of dementia. These include Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy […]
Understanding and Supporting Behavioral Health in Older Adults Training
People may go through life events as they become older, such as dealing with a serious illness or losing a loved one, that influence their mental or behavioral health. While a lot of people will cope with these changes in their lives, some may feel depressed, lonely, or socially isolated. Persistent negative emotions have the […]
Comprehensive Care Strategies for Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Disorders
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and associated dementias (AD/ADRD) are crippling illnesses that mainly affect older persons. They affect thinking, memory, and functioning. Unfortunately, the consequences of these illnesses can be devastating for both the person with AD/ADRD and their families. Additionally, in the United States, AD/ADRD affects as many as 5 million people and nearly 40% […]