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Urine Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio ReferenceRecommendations from the American Diabetes Association and the National Kidney Disease Education Program. |
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Safely Reduce Hospitalizations Tracking ToolThis tool calculates rates for 30-day Readmission, Hospital Admissions, Transfers to Emergency Only, and Transfers Resulting in Observation Stay Only. This tool also has features that allow you to track patterns and processes affecting your hospital transfers. This tool is available via the Advancing Excellence campaign website. (Download here) |
Blood Pressure Medication Fact SheetPublication #: MO-10-32-CKD Highlighting the benefits of taking blood pressure medication, this fact sheet helps people with high blood pressure understand how this medication helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. |
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The Facts About Vascular AccessPublication #: MO-10-03-CKD This folded booklet discusses the different types of vascular access available to patients who must undergo hemodialysis. |
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Diabetes: Know and Follow Your SIgnalsPublication #: MO-10-22-CKD This helpful poster shows patients what signals they and their healthcare providers can monitor for improved kidney health. |
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Restraint RAP Critical Thinking ToolAsk yourself these simple questions when assessing a resident and deciding if a restraint is really necessary. Courtesy of the MU Sinclair School of Nursing. |
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Where to Go When You Need to Know: CMS-Supported Web ResourcesPublication #: MO-08-33-NH This one-page handout provides descriptions of quality improvement Web sites and direct links to them. |
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Skin Care Fair Toolkit (from EQ Health Solutions)This Skin Care Fair toolkit (link goes to resource page, look "Skin Care Fair" heading) includes a series of exercises to help nursing-home providers treat and prevent pressure ulcers. Provided by EQ Health Solutions, the Medicare QIO for Louisiana. |
Case SummaryPublication #: MO-03-97-HH |
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Diabetes Testing Request FormPublication #: MO-09-16-CKD Use this form to help collaborate with physicians to help screen your patients with diabetes receive proper scheduled testing. The form is provided in Word to allow customization. Instructions are included in the separate PDF file. |
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Save the Vein Tool KitPublication #: MO-09-47-CKD Editor's note: The full toolkit is no longer available on this Web site. You can download the cover sheet below, or order the full toolkit from the American Nephrology Nurses Association.
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How Does it All Fit?Publication #: MO-05-03-HH |
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Relationship of Quality Improvement Organizations (QIOs) and State Survey Agencies (SSAs)Publication #: MO-03-129-HH |
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Home Health Compare Website Quick Start GuidePublication #: MO-03-125-HH |
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Home Health Compare OverviewPublication #: MO-03-123-HH |
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Home Health Quality Initiative IntroductionPublication #: MO-03-124-HH |
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COPD Patient Self-Care WorkbookPublication #: MO-06-42-HH A guide for patients to learn about the disease process and patient self-management. |
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Diabetes Patient Self-Care WorkbookA guide for patients to learn about the disease process and patient self-management. |
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Heart Failure Patient Self-Care WorkbookA guide for patients to learn about the disease process and patient self-management. |
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Cancer Patient Self-Care WorkbookGuide for patients to learn about the disease process and self-management. |