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Patient Restraints and Episode 93

Posted on August 21, 2009 by rnproducer
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Welcome to Episode 93 The Nursing Show is a proud member of the ProMed Podcast Network. Listen to the show! — Right Click to download (Macs Option Click) Subscribe with iTunes here (need iTunes — it’s free) RSS Feed to … Continue reading →

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Update on 2009 National Patient Safety Goals

Posted on August 10, 2009 by rnproducer

To promote effective quality care and patient safety, the Joint Commision’s National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) seventh set went into effect last January 1, 2009. All Joint Commission-accredited organizations are now held responsible to comply with the current and revised … Continue reading →

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Nurses, Long Hours, and Avoiding Medication Errors

Posted on November 18, 2008 by Jamie Davis

Avoid Medication Errors All medical providers, whether they work in a hospital or in a prehospital setting, constantly fight to avoid medication errors.  The Joint Commission responsible for hospital oversight considers medication errors one of the biggest problems affecting patient … Continue reading →

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