Nursing management
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The IOM says tens of thousands die each year from medical errors. Learn lessons from the aviation industry and how we can build a culture of safety with information technology and clinical information systems.
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Urinary tract infections and intravascular infections cause pain or even death, delay healing, and raise costs. New technology makes catheters safer than ever, so you can reduce these infections in your departments.
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Although outpatient surgery shortens hospital stays, patients still experience anxiety and pain. Encourage nurses to maximize their communication skills and focus on pain management.
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In Part 1, the author explained the four new definitions that are changing the Joint Commission's sedation and anesthesia standards: minimum sedation, moderate sedation/analgesia, deep sedation/analgesia, and anesthesia. Part 2 explains how these definitions will impact the delivery of care in your units.