Derek Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 As someone who has worked in the medical field for many years, I can tell you that alarm fatigue is very real. In case you are unaware of its meaning, alarm fatigue is what happens when healthcare workers become overwhelmed and desensitized to … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 AIDET is an acronym for acknowledge, introduce, duration, explanation, and thank you. It is used in many healthcare facilities as a foundation for effectively communicating with their patients. It can be useful during bedside shift report. It was created by the Studer Group. … Read more
Approved by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 As your loved ones get older, it can be easy to forget that they’re not exempt from common health and aging stressors. Just because they’re living longer doesn’t mean they don’t have concerns about practically anything else in life. For many older adults, … Read more
Contributing Author: Brookelyn Simms Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Aging can be frightening. Seniors are typically afraid of the unknown. They are afraid of losing their independence and the effects of their conditions. This concern may be one of the reasons why many seniors … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Whether it be you or someone you are taking care of, we can all find humor in these jokes about aging and getting older. After all, laughter is known to be the best medicine. Just keep in mind that these are all in … Read more
Contributing Author: John Francis Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 The creeping density of aging societies is not only a challenge for public administration, policymakers and healthcare providers, this goes for anyone who has or will have an older family member or loved … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 As the days go by, there are more and more aging baby boomers surpassing the average retirement age of 65. Because of this, there is now a greater need for caregivers than there ever has been. Table of Contents Who Are They? The … Read more
Contributing Author: Valencia Jasira Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Advanced nursing practices play a pivotal role in the healthcare system, directly influencing patient outcomes through their expertise, leadership, and compassionate care. As healthcare becomes increasingly complex and technology-driven, the demand for highly … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Nurses are directly involved in medication administration and health condition assessment. They care for patients from various age groups suffering from several conditions, ailments, diseases, long-term illnesses, and even minor injuries. An adult nurse specifically caters to seniors who suffer a range of … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Picture: Georg Arthur Pflueger Nursing is a rewarding career, no matter the specialty you enter. However, if you’re passionate about caring for older people and helping them with their unique health needs, adult-gerontology nursing might pique your curiosity. Adult gerontology involves advocating for … Read more