Patient Education Management Archives – April 1, 2006
April 1, 2006
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Handouts in multiple languages enhance education of immigrant populations
Now there is an on-line inventory of about 120 dual language (English and a foreign language) health information documents in numerous languages. -
Project's problems tackled one by one
When the patient education coordinators at The Ohio State University Medical Center, OhioHealth, and Mount Carmel in Columbus partnered to create translated educational handouts for patients limited in English proficiency they encountered a few problems. -
Streamlined editing adds momentum
On average, every three weeks five to 15 new documents are added to a web site that features foreign language patient education materials. This number is far more than the partners in this project could each produce annually alone. -
Home environment better atmosphere for learning
Education is the backbone of home health care, says Eileen McFadden, BSN, MN, manager of educational services at VNA Home Health Care Services in Spokane, WA. It is through education that the patient's goals and outcomes are met. -
Cultural cues important in home health care
When a home care patient is from another culture it is a good idea to learn as much as possible about his or her cultural beliefs before the visit ... -
Make sure your patients understand discharge plan
As a case manager, you're likely to be one of the last people to see patients before they leave the hospital. This gives you the opportunity to make sure they understand their treatment regimen, their follow-up appointment, how to take their medicine, and other components ...