SNF THIS
SNF THIS is the go-to podcast for leaders and clinicians in skilled nursing who are serious about staying ahead of the curve. Each episode brings you the latest evidence-based medicine practices and cutting-edge clinical approaches driving better outcomes in SNFs across the United States. We interview top industry professionals to uncover how they’re closing care gaps, elevating quality standards, and delivering exceptional patient experiences right when they’re needed most.
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Out of Balance: Electrolytes and Patient Stability in Skilled Nursing
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In this episode of SNF This, Dr. Aaron Anderson, CMO of Gadzoom Health, joins host Chance and Noah to unpack electrolyte management in skilled nursing—beyond chasing lab numbers to true patient stability.
Key Takeaways
• Trends over snapshots: Focus on serial trends (e.g., rising Na+ trajectory) rather than isolated values for safer corrections.
• Treat the patient, not the number: Prioritize symptoms (confusion, weakness, seizures) and clinical context over rigid targets.
• Pitfalls: Over-reliance on one-off BMPs leads to yo-yo corrections; integrate with PMH, meds (e.g., diuretics), and readmit risks.
Dr. Anderson shares real SNF cases, emphasizing multidisciplinary handoffs and telehealth for timely tweaks. Perfect for DONs, NPs, and MDs tackling post-acute chaos.
