Most Recent Articles by Sherrie Dornberger
Ask the care expert about ... bed recommendations and entrapment
Sep 05, 2018We are updating our beds and are possibly adding an assessment to be sure our residents are not at risk for entrapment. Do you have any guidelines for bed recommendations?
Ask the Care Expert about ... pets
Aug 09, 2018We have residents who miss their pets so much, but because of allergies of some other residents, we cannot have cats or dogs on this wing. We feel like we need to provide something for a few residents to cuddle with, besides a stuffed animal for kids. Do you have any suggestions?
Ask the Care Expert about ... preparedness and supplies
Jun 08, 2018We have a group of residents we are taking to visit a large garden near our facility for the day. Two of the residents attending have colostomies. Besides an extra colostomy bag/appliance, should I take any other supplies along with us to be prepared for leaks?
