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RNs Are Better Able to Identify High-Risk Medication Errors
Almost 66 percent of adverse events, like falls and delirium, experienced by nursing home residents could be prevented through more accurate monitoring of the medications residents are taking. At PKSD, we understand the complex care that nursing home residents require. That is why were are dedicated to defending the rights…
Read MoreGM Compensating Some Pre-Bankruptcy Accident Victims
In response to its decade-long failure to disclose information about a defective ignition switch, General Motors (GM) created a compensation fund for injury victims and those who lost a loved one because of the defective vehicles. The fund served as a way for the automaker to offer compensation to victims…
Read MoreNHTSA Proposes Overhaul of 5-Star Safety Ratings
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is raising the bar on safety with the recent announcement of drastic changes to the 5-Star Safety Ratings system. The safety regulator is placing a new focus on safety through technology with the addition of several new proposals for crash-test rating criteria. The…
Read MorePedestrians in Wheelchairs More Likely to Be Involved in Accidents
A recent Georgetown University study has uncovered unsettling information pertaining to pedestrian accidents: pedestrians in wheelchairs are at a higher risk of being killed by a vehicle versus non-wheelchair pedestrians. More than half of these fatal accidents occur at intersections, and men are at a greater risk than women. Georgetown…
Read MoreVisiting Loved Ones in Nursing Homes During the Holidays
As you visit elderly loved ones living in nursing homes this holiday season, plan ahead to make your visit more rewarding and enjoyable. Here are some things to consider before you visit a nursing home. Find out the facility’s visiting hours so you can schedule plenty of time for your…
Read MoreDecember 7-11 Marks Older Driver Safety Awareness Week
As we age, our ability to drive safely can be negatively impacted by chronic conditions and impairments. To shine needed light on older driver safety issues, the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is sponsoring Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, which will run December 7th through 11th. How the Aging Process…
Read More2014 Traffic Fatalities Drop
Traffic fatalities in 2014 dropped to the lowest point since record-keeping began in 1975. Figures from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations (NHTSA) Fatal Analysis Reporting System report a total of only 32,675 deaths for the year. Causes of 2014 Fatal Accidents Although total traffic fatalities for the year were…
Read MoreDealing with Violent Behavior From Elderly Loved Ones
In the elderly, behaviors can be altered as a result of illness and aging. Violent behaviors can be not only dangerous, but difficult for caregivers to deal with, especially when the caregiver is a family member. The process of aging can arouse anger and aggression in elderly patients. Violent behavior…
Read MoreThanksgiving Day Travel Tips for 2015
Almost 47 million Americans are expected to travel 50 or more miles for Thanksgiving this year between November 25th and November 29th. Below are some Thanksgiving Day travel tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe. Driving for Thanksgiving Approximately 42 million Americans will hit the road for…
Read MoreArbitration Agreements Could Shield Sheen from Lawsuits
As news broke that Charlie Sheen was HIV positive, it was also revealed that he had paid millions to settle claims filed by those who threatened to reveal his status. However, news reports also revealed that visitors to Sheen’s home were required to sign a confidentiality agreement that included an…
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