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How to Train for Hospital Compliance
Hospital compliance training is required of all hospital workers. Compliance training encompasses all areas of hospital operations, including temporary agency workers, contractors and consulting physicians. Every hospital has a compliance plan, implemented by their compliance officer for training gu
Lessons From a Previous Life
Edward Sigel, MD, transitioned from finance to practice. He explains what he has learned from the move.
ER Patient Transfer Procedures
Emergency rooms (ER) in hospitals are designed to treat patients but they are not equipped to provide extended care services. For this reason, patients seen in the ER may need to be transferred if their condition is too serious for them to go home after receiving treatment. Patients seen in the ER
11 Things Gastroenterologists Want Hospitalists to Know
How can hospitalists best utilize consultations to manage patients with gastroenterology disorders?
Effect of Topical Insulin on Wound Neutrophil Function
Can insulin unlock the potential for faster wound healing?
Limited Resection for the Treatment of Patients With Stage IA Lung Cancer
This study compared survival rates after lobectomy and limited resection among patients with small stage 1a lung cancer.
What Materials Does One Need to Get Certified for CPR?
CPR certification is available from home or in a class.cpr head to head image by paul mitchell from Fotolia.comProper CPR training can mean life or death for a person in need. Many organizations offer CPR training for free to their employees. Other organizations offer training classes to...
11 Things Neurologists Think Hospitalists Need to Know
Hospitalists are often uncomfortable when dealing with a patient with altered mental status or apparent neurological symptoms. Here are some helpful tips from a panel of neurologists.
Federal Grants for Residential Flood Protection
Floods cause billions of dollars in damage each year.flood image by Gail Ranney from Fotolia.comEveryone in the United States lives in a flood zone, according to the National Flood Insurance Program's Flood Smart website. Floods happen in every state across the country, and even one inch...
How to Perform Emergency Delivery
Childbirth normally lasts several hours. In most cases, there will be plenty of time for an expectant mother to get to the hospital or, if pre-arranged, for a midwife or a doctor to get to her home. However, in some cases, labor can happen very quickly. Also, in the case of premature labor, delive
The Effect of Isopropyl Alcohol on Skin
Rubbing alcohol, also referred to as isopropyl alcohol, aids in the sterilization of medical equipment, the cooling of the skin and the reduced risk of infection due to epidermal-related injuries. Its effects on skin contact can range from soothing to painful.
Resident Journal Review: Management of Acute A-Fib in the ED
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter are the most commonly occurring arrhythmias in the United States. This review offers guidance on diagnosis, management, and treatment.
What Do Nurses Do to Prioritize Patient Care?
Nursing can be a difficult and hectic job, particularly when large numbers of patients depend upon a limited number of nurses for basic assistance and care. There are dozens of different jobs that nurses attend to with specific responsibilities for each. Still, there are certain general methods that
List of Basic Survival Items
Survival items can often be adapted to multiple uses in an emergency situation.bottles of minerale water image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.comWhether a major hurricane or blizzard traps you in your home, there is wide-scale power loss due to an energy crisis, or rioting makes...
Acute Coagulopathy in Children with Multiple Trauma
Acute coagulopathy was associated with poor outcomes and higher mortality in pediatric trauma patients, according to a new study.
Responsibilities During Natural Disasters
Whether a natural disaster occurs, whether it's known about ahead of time (hurricanes, for example) or strikes suddenly (earthquakes or avalanches), knowing what to do is important.
Pregnancy, Bleeding Treatment
Because bleeding during all phases of pregnancy may be dangerous, you should call your health care provider if you have any signs of vaginal bleeding during your pregnancy. Vaginal bleeding is ...
Health & Safety Protective Clothing
Many different hazards exist in the workplace including falling objects, noise, chemicals and sharp edges. The best way to protect workers is to control the hazard at its source by installing engineering controls or by implementing safe work procedures. However, when these measures cannot protect th