Residential Aged Care 12/13

Volume 4, Issue 2, Jun 2009: Consolidation

Welcome to the second issue of 2009. This also marks the 10th edition of the Residential Aged Care Communiqué.

This edition focuses on deaths caused by pneumonia. These are usually considered to be a natural cause death.

This edition of the Coronial Communiqué examines a commonly prescribed medication, warfarin, which is a potentially lethal pharmaceutical.

This edition of the Communiqué focuses on the very common and challenging chronic condition of diabetes mellitus.

Welcome to the sixth issue of the Residential Aged Care Coronial Communiqué focusing on pressure ulcers.

This fifth issue is designed to remind and refresh our memories about the lessons learnt from the preceding four issues.

The investigations of two deaths related to medications and medication management highlight the importance of challenging the status quo.

The Communiqués

This podcast presents two cases highlighting the challenges of facilitating and supervising community access for residential clients.

The Communiqués

This podcast presents two cases highlighting the poorer outcomes that can occur for older persons following trauma.

The Communiqués