The Public Health QI Encyclopedia Mobile App ensures QI tools are accessible to health departments. This FREE app includes 75 QI tools and an extensive glossary to help health departments fulfill their missions, apply for accreditation, and become more efficient and effective.
The CMS is offering a web-based training course that provides an overview of the Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation (HOPE) tool and how it relates to the Hospice Quality Reporting Program (HQRP) as described in the fiscal year (FY) 2025 Hospice Final Rule. The course is intended for all hospice providers.
What is the risk of developing dementia for an older adult who experiences a fall compared with other mechanisms of injury?
The results of the study suggest that cognitive screening should be implemented for older adults who have experienced a fall that results in an emergency department visit or hospital admission. Read the study for more information.