1/Radiologist not answering the phone?
Just want a quick read on that stat head CT?
Here's a little help on how to do it yourself w/a thread on how to read a head CT!
Older people in hospital are vulnerable.
This study looked at rates of: #delirium, falls, functional decline, new incontinence.
These complications strongly associated with with poor outcomes.
https://t.co/WixoL08Q54
🚨Highly Recommended Tool🚨 The 4AT is a simple and short (<2 min) delirium detection tool designed for easy and effective clinical use. It does not require special training. https://t.co/IVnyK5P2oO
Older people with rehabilitation goals should not be transferred to a #carehome without assurance of appropriate #rehabilitation. The principles of effective rehabilitation for older people are outlined by the Community Rehabilitation Alliance. @thecsp https://t.co/sl9wHbxH1g
❓ Can #delirium be managed safely at home?
➡️ Crucial issue given the growth of community-based care as an alternative to hospital admission
⭐ New pilot study on feasibility of new approach - appears safe & effective
🔗 Open access: https://t.co/KjcVDln2O5
@emmavardy2
The anti-GP violence, abuse & aggression continues unabated. This is our waiting room @wilsonstsurgery y’day after a patient trashed it. Negative media narrative, anti-GP rhetoric, unrelenting demand & unrealistic expectations leads to this level of violence. Where will it end?
Did you know pre fracture mobility can predict outcomes in patients with hip fractures? Now you do!
Thank you Dr Han for persisting with this publication. @radcliffe_lisk @DrRMahmood77 @EnwerePeter @SurfingEm @ASPHFT https://t.co/RaEh2FT2Xh
Please re-Tweet these 10 warning signs of possible #Alzheimers disease. Share concerns about your own cognitive #health or that of a loved one with the doctor and ask for a cognitive assessment (which is free as part of the #Medicare Annual #Wellness Visit).
#dementia#aging
Common complications of dehydration includes low blood pressure, weakness and dizziness which can increase risk of falls.
Here are some other common signs of dehydration and ideas to increase your fluid intake with foods!
Think #butfirstadrink#harmsfreecare#NHweek21
Do you have a system for #delirium care in your hospital?
Lessons from the last few yrs show that achieving improvements in delirium care is a particularly complex challenge.
Need action on several fronts - all are needed.