Nursing 0203 Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

SMQT- Survey Content- Surveys 100% Verified Update Abbreviated Standard Survey -Complaint Investigations -In an abbreviated standard survey, the survey team will focus on or limit its investigation to the complaint or a particular area of concern. -Scope limited to relevant areas of facility operation unless the survey suggests others - Concerns that the quality of care may have declined as a result of a change in ownership, management, or the director of nursing - An abbreviated stan...

Musculoskeletal Infections Osteomyelitis Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone that results in inflammation, necrosis, and formation of new bone. Osteomyelitis is classified as: • Hematogenous osteomyelitis (i.e., due to bloodborne spread of infection) • Contiguous-focus osteomyelitis, from contamination from bone surgery, open fracture, or traumatic injury (e.g., gunshot wound) • Osteomyelitis with vascular insufficiency, seen most commonly among patients with diabetes and perip...