’t have family or friends that visit. They are alone, isolated and scared. They are sick, weak or injured. Or just too old to care for themselves anymore. They have to rely on strangers for the most basic of tasks. Strangers that treat them like they are an inconvenience for taking too long to eat, when it’s not their fault that they can’t swallow well anymore. They know they are slow…but can’t help it. Can you imagine how depressing that would be? Can you imagine how angry you might become at your circumstances? And then add in strange staff members that act like they don’t care. It’s a recipe for disaster.
As CNAs, we need to remember it’s not about us. We need to remember why we got into healthcare to begin with. We need to re-capture that heart and compassion. And we need to use it every day, even the tough ones. That patient needs you…but they need you to CARE, too.When updating last year's forecast, can I roll-over policy period dates to prevent having to re-create the file?
Which videos in the training section are best for learning about data entry for Loss Forecaster?
1st Place: Open the Loss Forecaster tool from the toolbar. Hover over the "Settings" icon and choose the "Copy" option.
A new file will be created. When you open the file, you will see the oldest policy period has been removed, and the remaining policy-periods are rolled-forward.
2nd place: On the above screen, you will notice the button. You can also use the roll-over feature on an existing file by clicking this button.Score: 87.7 / Price $1,049 / Hoyt.com The Nitrum impressed our entire panel of testers, registering high marks in all subjective scoring categories and performing very well in our empirical tests. The first thing we noticed when we picked up the Nitrum is just how nimble its 30-inch axle-to-axle length feels in hand. Equally striking is the riser. While traditional compound risers are generally flat, the Nitrum’s has a noticeable offset on the upper part and a trussed tunnel in the lower part. These features reduce structural flexure while increasing overall mechanical efficiency, which translates to an imperceptible amount of vibration (17.06 m/s2) and very little noise (83.4 dBA). The Nitrum’s clever new cable guard also caught our eye. It captures the cables and holds them forward on the draw and throughout the shot cycle, thereby reducing torque. Combined, the unusual riser features and the cable guard help remedy the control challenges typically associated with such a short bow. The time-tested cam-and-a-half eccentric system features a very pleasant draw cycle, and sent arrows downrange at an honest IBO speed of 330 fps. The draw force curve is smartly weighted so that the heavy lifting occurs in the initial portion of the draw cycle, when you have the most leverage. The Hoyt Nitrum 30 represents a formidable combination of innovation and performance, and is well deserving of our Editor’s Choice award.
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The Arena 34 marks a quantum leap forward for Bear, which has long enjoyed a strong presence in the entry-­level and mid-range markets, but rarely has been mentioned alongside the high-­performance bow makers. The Arena 34, however, is a performer, generating plenty of speed (332.72 fps at 75 percent let-off) on a draw cycle that represents a significant improvement over those of previous offerings. That speed comes with some thump (25.46 m/s2 of vibration), but this was the quietest bow in the test (82.2 dBA)And with a 34.75-inch axle-to-axle length, this visually striking bow is very forgiving.
Ever the innovators, Bowtech engineers have introduced an all-new eccentric system feature, called Power?Shift, with the Prodigy. Fundamentally, it’s a rotatable cam module that modifies the bow’s draw force curve depending on where it’s positioned. The three settings are “performance,” “classic,” and “comfort.” We clocked the Prodigy at 323.45 fps (at 80 percent let-off) in the top-end performance setting. This feature is well suited for hunters who might want a friendlier draw cycle as temperatures drop, or for archers seeking a single bow with which they can both hunt and compete in tournaments.
The Instinct Xcite, produced under Bowtech’s entry-level Diamond brand, is Cabela’s first foray into the high-end (read: expensive) bow arena. However, it misses the mark on several levels. At 325.31 fps, the Xcite is plenty fast, but that speed is the result of an unduly harsh draw cycle. In terms of aesthetics, the camo dip on our sample was oddly stretched and distorted over the riser. On release, the bow has a distinct crack (87.8 dBA, though the vibration is negligible at just 16.9 m/s2). We liked the Xcite’s compactness (32.25 inches), but we had a hard time justifying the Bowtech price on a Diamond bow.
Rex Darlington, the man behind Darton, holds some 30 U.S. patents and is arguably the most influential compound bow innovator alive. His latest design, the DS-3800, is sure to please ardent Darton fans, as it performed well across the board (321 fps, 19.54 m/s2 of vibration, and 82.5 dBA). Design-wise, we liked the rubberized grip, which will provide a sure grab in wet conditions. Darton’s stepped riser design gives the DS-3800 rigidity and strength. Like most Darton bows, this one accommodates tall shooters well (I’m 6 feet 5 inches) by shooting longer than its axle-to-axle length (34 inches) would suggest.
The Provider fits Diamond’s m.o. to a T: It’s a good choice for entry-level archers or those on a tight budget. Its adjustability is impressive. The draw weight can be set from 20 to 70 pounds, and draw length adjusts from 25.5 to 31 inches. This is a bow that can be handed down—or up—time and again. To no one’s surprise, it performed like the budget-priced package bow it is (it comes with an arrow rest, a D-loop, a peep sight, and a 3-pin sight). At 302.07 fps, it was the slowest bow in the field, and set at 70 pounds the draw cycle is very rough. Then again, few users of this bow will draw that much weight anyway.
The attention to detail in the Synergy is astounding. While most bows today are either film-dipped or powder-coated, the Synergy’s riser is finished with a dye-transfer process called sublimation that is longer lasting. In addition to that, the eccentrics and other components feature a non-­reflective, ceramic-based finish, which lowers the coefficient of friction of the moving parts that are treated with it. As such, the Synergy’s draw cycle loads gently and transitions to the back wall smoothly. Our entire panel fell in love with the way this bow shot—we just wished it shot faster than the 308.22 fps at which we clocked it.
You might have noticed that a certain 800-pound gorilla is missing from our compound bow review for the second year in a row. Please note that our bow test is an invitational, and while we’d love to be able to tell you what we think of the new No-Cam bow, Mathews and sister-brand Mission once again declined our invitation.
While New Breed has made inroads in the compound market in recent years, gaining followers looking for a no-nonsense bow with a bit of an edge, this is by far its best effort to date. Attention to manufacturing detail can be seen throughout, including the titanium bolts, stainless-steel fasteners, and rigid, precision-­machined aluminum alloy riser. The bow is clean and crisp, with minimal frills or distractions. On the downside, we felt the draw cycle could use some smoothing, especially considering its meager top end (314.68 fps). But the Blade produced less vibration than any other bow in the field.
The Fusion 7 is full of surprises. First and foremost, the draw cycle is super smooth for a bow that produces speeds north of 330 fps. And that speed is just as surprising, given it’s produced by a bow with a 7-inch brace height. At 31.75 inches axle-to-axle, it features supreme balance and handling, and should be capable of producing tight groups at any range. Only two bows were louder than the Fusion, and it tied the Prime Rival for most vibration. But given its short stature and ample oomph (77.67 foot-pounds of kinetic energy at 20 yards), we feel the bow will be applicable for ground blind and treestand hunts alike.
At 35.5 inches axle-to-axle, the Rival is the longest compound in the field. In a world of