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A Social Science Perspective on Masking

Sensible Medicine

” Answering that question requires not just examining medical evidence but diving into social science literatures as well. —and therefore questions of risk management , i.e. the political and social process of making decisions that incorporate risk, amidst other priorities based on collective values.

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10 Tips for New Attending Emergency Physicians

ACEP Now

You are well prepared for this. Lead your room well. If the resuscitation does not go as well as you wanted, learn from it and move on. If you have a difficult outcome, it is helpful to know what risk management support you have at your hospital. Remind yourself that you know what to do. Mind over matter.

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Help! My Consultant Won’t Come In To See A Patient!

The Trauma Pro

Explain to the consultant that you truly believe that harm will occur, and you will have to document that fact in the medical record as well as their failure to respond. If all else fails, see if you can find a service that will help you by accepting the patient as an admission so they can be managed appropriately the next day.

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EM@3AM: Pediatric Osteomyelitis

EMDocs

Well keep it short, while you keep that EM brain sharp. Infectious disease expertise is useful as the optimum duration of treatment is not well established. hemophilia A) increases the risk of bleeding with minor injury, including hemarthrosis. Ther Clin Risk Manag. vancomycin for Staphylococcus and Salmonella ).

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You Have a Disaster Recovery Plan, Now What?

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

Document what worked well and what did not. Clear Communication Channels : Confirm that communication channels are well-defined and tested. This variety guarantees that the plan is robust and comprehensive. Post-Test Analysis : After each test, conduct a thorough debriefing session to analyze the results.

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FRCEM SBA

RCEM Learning

Maintain a Positive Mindset and Well-being: Exam preparation can be demanding, so it’s important to take care of your mental and physical well-being. A positive mindset and well-being contribute to better focus and performance during the exam.

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How EM Physicians Should Manage Their Legal and Medical Duties

ACEP Now

She is asking for an exam, as well as medications to avoid pregnancy and diseases. The key to answering this question, no matter where you are, is to engage your hospital attorney or risk manager. She denies any complaints or injuries. She refuses to allow her parents or the police to be notified. What do you do?