Life in the Fast Lane

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Pramod Chandru Network Five: Emergency Medicine Conversations Network Five Emergency Medicine Conversations Episode 24 - an interview with Dr Amith Shetty on medical administration, leadership, and more!

Leadership 98

Leadership Administration Patient Safety Research 98

American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 7, 2024

Patient safety is a critical concern, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that 1 in 10 patients is harmed while receiving healthcare. Compliance with healthcare regulations is crucial not only for avoiding legal repercussions but also for ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.

Hazardous Materials 105

Hazardous Materials Documentation/Coding Legal Issues Patient Safety 105

PDC Healthcare

JUNE 8, 2023

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published updates to their mammography regulations to facilitate better reporting of information and an improved experience for patients. In March of 2023, the U.S.

Administration 98

Administration Patient Safety 98

Emergency Medicine Journal

AUGUST 23, 2023

In 2020, 111 First was introduced to triage patients before entry to the ED and to offer direct booking for patients needing ED or urgent care into same-day arrival time slots. 111 First continues to be used post pandemic, but concerns about patient safety, delays or inequities in accessing care have been voiced.

Emergency Department 75

Emergency Department Urgent Care Documentation/Coding Patient Safety 75

EMDocs

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The goal of MMI-LFL is to improve patient safety, educate physicians and reduce the cost and stress of medical malpractice lawsuits. Delay in administration of antibiotics. Here’s another case from Medical Malpractice Insights – Learning from Lawsuits , a monthly email newsletter for ED physicians.

Documentation/Coding 93

Documentation/Coding Hospitals Sepsis Infectious Diseases 93

Don't Forget the Bubbles

MAY 29, 2023

The quality of patient care can be determined by the working relationship, and incivility negatively affects these professional partnerships, regardless of the craft group. An effective interprofessional partnership is pivotal to patient safety. JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration. Smokler LP, Malecha A.

Leadership 98

Leadership Patient Safety Academics Research 98

EMDocs

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

16, 17 Ethics and Legal Elements The ethics of provider strikes have been debated, with some saying that they violate a duty to “do no harm” to patients and others arguing that the right to strike is inherent across professions. One study found that labor unionization among U.S. Why does it matter? 2015 Nov 25;351. ” ScienceDaily.

Hospitals 95

Hospitals Research Patient Safety Wellness 95

ACEP Now

JUNE 13, 2024

At that time, emergency physicians helped secure 44 signatories on a congressional “Dear Colleague” letter to the Administration, sounding the alarm onto the boarding crisis and asking them to establish such a task force. And they listened.

Hospitals 52

Hospitals Emergency Department Administration Psychiatric 52

PDC Healthcare

OCTOBER 29, 2021

They help prevent potentially lethal medication administration errors by […]. The clips are designed specifically for IV injection ports to act as a last step visual cue and reminder for medication warnings or allergies.

Administration 52

Administration Patient Safety 52

Taming the SRU

MAY 5, 2023

Despite the complexity and heterogeneity of patients with sepsis, there have been few interventions which have been demonstrated to decrease mortality: early antimicrobial and fluid administration (Levy, Evans et al. elderly patient with HHS found down with severe hypovolemic shock, hypernatremia, etc.) 2021, Im, Kang et al.

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Sepsis Shock Administration Resuscitation 52

Taming the SRU

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Early recognition and prompt treatment is key. non-invasive positive pressure ventilation and IV nitroglycerin infusion have been shown to reduce morbidity (intubation rates, ICU admission) & mortality.

Leadership 94

Leadership EMS Pediatrics Stroke 94

EMDocs

OCTOBER 30, 2023

6,9 Patient Safety Considerations Few studies have evaluated the impact of the contrast shortage on patient care or patient-centered outcomes due to deferment of imaging or changing protocols leading to delayed or missed diagnosis. Contrast Media, Iodinated, Dose, and Administration. J Am Coll Radiol.

Radiology 92

Radiology Radiology Emergency Department Hospitals 92

EMDocs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Are you now forced into attempting a rapid sequence intubation (RSI), knowing the risks for this physiologically difficult patient? No intrinsic analgesic properties, necessitating analgesic administration and increasing the risk of respiratory depression, hypotension, and bradycardia. Case Resolution: The patient was placed on NIPPV.

Emergency Department 84

Emergency Department Soft Tissue Injuries Airway Management Operations 84

Don't Forget the Bubbles

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Children with complex medical conditions are at higher risk of morbidity and mortality, and this may be compounded by inaccurate weight estimation and leading to inaccurate medication dose administration. This approach prevents severe complications and improves patient safety by enabling timely catheter adjustments.

Ultrasounds 52

Ultrasounds Research Emergency Department Outcomes 52

Pediatric Education

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Alternatively, if the child was in a refugee camp, the record is likely accurate as that is when the health officials timed their consistent vaccine administration. Is an extra dose going to hurt the patient? For example, a record where every vaccine is given exactly every month on the same day may be a false record.

Pediatrics 40

Pediatrics Infectious Diseases Patient Safety Administration 40

EB Medicine

MAY 3, 2019

Nachi: With the staff notified and the patient searched, the patient should be placed in a room without potentially dangerous items, like tubing or needles. Jeff: Speaking of safety, you will definitely want to engage in safety planning with the patient. Jeff: As always, the team approach is preferred.

Emergency Department 40

Emergency Department Psychiatric Documentation/Coding Outcomes 40

ACEP Now

AUGUST 1, 2023

This is an important opportunity for board certified emergency physicians to secure those positions today, impressing upon hospital administrations the essential benefits to the patients, the medical staff, and the hospital itself uniquely enabled by board certified emergency physicians. We must always work against a balance.

Emergency Department 98

Emergency Department EMS Critical Access Hospitals 98

ACEP Now

AUGUST 28, 2024

John Hospital in Detroit, MI, did not resolve their concerns about working conditions, staffing levels, or patient safety. His article in MedPage Today last year cites support for unionization from an unlikely source, a frustrated hospital administrator.

Emergency Department 98

Emergency Department Hospitals Patient Safety Leadership 98

EMDocs

JULY 20, 2023

Presentation consistent with diagnosis of an acute ischemic stroke, with the patient meeting criteria of: Failing IV t-PA therapy; OR Patient is contraindicated for IV t-PA administration. Exclusion criteria: Medical history of severe head injury with lasting neurologic deficit in past 90 days.

Stroke 92

Stroke Outcomes Head Injuries Psychiatric 92

RebelEM

JULY 31, 2023

battery, light source, camera, screen) Other Operator-reported aspiration Esophageal intubation Injury to the teeth ICU-free days in the first 28 days Ventilator free days in the first 28 days All-cause in-hospital mortality Results: Between March 19, 2022, and November 17, 2022, 1,947 patients were assessed for eligibility.

Operations 96

Operations Outcomes Emergency Department Airway Management 96

ACEP Now

AUGUST 1, 2023

Additionally, pre-ED telehealth, post-ED telehealth, and other programs that address frequent use are effective ways for ED physicians to improve patient safety, increase efficiency, and unload hospitals of patient care that may be better delivered in other settings. Accessed July 13, 2023. Grants.gov website.

Military 98

Military Hospitals Emergency Department Leadership 98

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Their conversation underscored the UAEs strong commitment to healthcare compliance, patient safety, and internationally accredited training programs. Their mission is clear: to elevate compliance training, improve healthcare administration, and support remote workforce solutions across the region.

Patient Safety 71

Patient Safety Telemedicine Administration International Healthcare 71

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

For healthcare providers, applying restorative nursing principles leads to better patient outcomes, higher recovery rates, and fewer readmissions. Whether you’re a nurse, therapist, or administrator , incorporating these strategies can make a lasting impact on patient care.

Stroke 99

Stroke Administration Best Practices Wellness 99

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 14, 2025

They learn to identify risk factors for medication-related problems, prevent errors, and apply best practices in administration. Providers also develop effective communication techniques to ensure patients understand their medications. Languages: American English Key features: Audio narration, learning activity, and post-assessment.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety Best Practices Hospitals Outcomes 52

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Regulatory Compliance – Ensuring adherence to healthcare policies, industry regulations, and patient safety protocols. Cross-Functional Collaboration – Working with various departments to improve workflows, patient outcomes, and operational success.

Leadership 52

Leadership Operations Teamwork Outcomes 52