Contrary to what we may read on listservs or newsletters, information on handouts given out and discussed at a CMS inservice may change and NOT make it into the final RAI Manual.
Details that were emphasized last month may be emphatically replaced by different details next week. CMS has issued updates and revisions and revisions of updates. Certain MDS data items are still being closely scrutinized.
Best strategy for now? Work on team communication and cooperation. Work on team problem (triggers or CATs) identification and analysis with each other and with the resident/family. Decide on clinical guidelines you will use or reference. Get used to the form, who will do certain sections and when, but don't get "stuck" on each and every word in the Manual--YET.
Take up yoga or tai chi and spread the essence of lavender...
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The MDS 3.0 is NOT yet final.
The RAI Manual for MDS 3.0 is NOT yet final.
Contrary to what we may read on listservs or newsletters, information on handouts given out and discussed at a CMS inservice may change and NOT make it into the final RAI Manual.
Details that were emphasized last month may be emphatically replaced by different details next week. CMS has issued updates and revisions and revisions of updates. Certain MDS data items are still being closely scrutinized.
Best strategy for now? Work on team communication and cooperation. Work on team problem (triggers or CATs) identification and analysis with each other and with the resident/family. Decide on clinical guidelines you will use or reference. Get used to the form, who will do certain sections and when, but don't get "stuck" on each and every word in the Manual--YET.
Take up yoga or tai chi and spread the essence of lavender...