Derek Approved by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Table of Contents Best Practices in Pain Management and Comfort Understanding Pain in Seniors Assessment and Evaluation of Pain Pharmacological Approaches to Pain Management Non-Pharmacological Pain Management Strategies Environmental and Lifestyle Factors Impacting Pain and Comfort Empowering Seniors and Caregivers in Pain Management … Read more
Contributing Author: Kristin Louis Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Selling a house while caring for a loved one can be a serious challenge. A lot of work and time goes into preparing a house for sale, from the initial real estate legwork … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Are self driving cars a blessing or a curse for the elderly and disabled? This is a very controversial topic with many complicated questions and no definitive answers. Even though I believe the benefits outweigh the risks, acceptance is a crucial factor that … Read more
Contributing Author: Valencia Jasira Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Counselors and therapists dedicate their lives to improving the mental health of their patients. Their work is demanding, often requiring deep emotional engagement and empathy. However, while helping others navigate their mental health … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 These exercises require the use of a resistance band which creates extra tension for a more effective work out. The bands are designed to train muscles to improve strength and flexibility. They are often done after a less intense warm up as to … Read more
Contributing Author: Elena Stefan Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 If you want to become a school counselor and are considering undertaking an online school counselor degree, the chances are you’re probably someone who wants to make a difference in student’s lives by … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 SBAR is an acronym that stands for situation, background, assessment, and recommendation. It is used primarily as a tool to quickly communicate patient data. It simply breaks down what information should be covered when describing a situation in order to receive a recommendation. Table … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 The sara stedy is a very nifty piece of equipment that helps patients ambulate more easily. The best way to describe it would be a cross between a walker and a wheelchair. It helps them stand with the ease of a walker and … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Should robot caregivers take our place in caring for our patients and loved ones? Although this may sound like a crazy idea, it is actually currently being worked on. There are teams experimenting with this concept as we speak. Whether you agree with … Read more
Contributing Author: John Francis Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Retirement is a significant milestone in one’s life, and choosing the right retirement home is crucial to ensure that one’s golden years are spent comfortably and happily. With so many options available, it … Read more