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Monthly Archives: February 2011
Stop workplace violence against nurses
Nursing is a hard profession. It is physically and intellectually demanding. It requires patience, the ability to relate to diverse types of patients, communication skills and flexibility. Multitasking is essential, as is the ability to size up a situation and … Continue reading
Alarm fatigue: When nurses do not respond to alarms
The nursing standard of care involves correctly applying, programming and responding to critical alarms on medical equipment. A recent article by the Boston Globe highlights one of the dangers of high intensity nursing today – not responding to alarms. Alarms … Continue reading
E-prescribing and medication errors
A patient sits with her physician at the conclusion of her examination. He talks to her about a new medication she needs, opens up a file on his computer or smart phone, clicks on a drug and sends the prescription … Continue reading
How Nurses’ Jobs Lead to Trouble: 12 Tips
These twelve tips represent common traps affecting nurses, as shared by JoAnn Pietro, RN, Esq, who practices employment law at Wahrenberger and Pietro. 1. New graduates should not be placed in complex clinical areas that demand more knowledge, experience, and … Continue reading
Medication errors and prescriptions: a dangerous trend
In an age where breakthrough drugs are constantly being developed and discovered, popping a pill or two often seems to be the most sensible solution to any malady. Many physicians and nurse practitioners (prescribers) are quick to prescribe multiple pharmaceutical … Continue reading
Music and the Law: Part 4
One day I took out my Ipod and categorized some music. See how many of these songs you know and why they fit into the category. Do you have a contribution? Add it in the comments. Toxic Tort/Product Liability Crystal … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Product Liability, Toxic tort, Workers Compensation
Tagged product liability, Toxic tort, workers compensation
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Music and the Law
One day, Pat took out her Ipod and categorized some music. See how many of these songs you know and why they fit into the category. Do you have a contribution? Add it in the comments. Personal Injury All I … Continue reading
Music and the Law: Part 2
One day I took out my Ipod and categorized some music. See how many of these songs you know and why they fit into the category. Do you have a contribution? Add it in the comments. Medical Malpractice Turn, Turn, … Continue reading
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