Linzie Bugg shines a spotlight on dehydration prevention in nursing homes, aligning with National Hydration Day. She unpacks CMS regulations F692 and F807, emphasizing the requirement for facilities to maintain residents’ hydration status through individualized care, regular assessments, and personalized fluid intake strategies. The episode explores practical, creative solutions to keep residents hydrated, such as offering a wide variety of beverages, introducing hydration champions and rounds, using smart hydration tech, setting up hydration carts, and incorporating fun activities like mocktail happy hours, jelly drops, and bingo games with hydrating prizes.
Linzie also shares key clinical insights, including early signs of dehydration and the importance of CNA involvement in recognizing subtle changes in residents’ health. The episode concludes by highlighting how Qsource can support facilities with customized care planning, staff training, and compliance strategies to ensure hydration is managed effectively and survey readiness is maintained.
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