Monthly Archives: September 2011

The Largest Pro Bono Effort in History

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Pat Iyer

As we remember the attack on the World Trade Center this month, it is also important to remember the massive effort that went into compensating the families of the victims. Many attorneys were involved in assisting families. Med League worked … Continue reading →

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Bedside report: Impact on Communication

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Miscommunication is the most common cause of medical errors and untoward events. How do we cut through and improve the multiple ways in which communication can be impaired? One way is for nurses to perform change of shift report in … Continue reading →

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Why It’s Not Just a Blister…

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Simple, closed calcaneal (heel) fracture. What comes to mind? Treatment may include a short leg cast, crutches to assist with non-weight bearing, perhaps some pain medication. Possibly surgery. What would you say if I told that there lurks a relatively … Continue reading →

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How to evaluate nursing home care

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Pat Iyer
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Computerized medical records: two views

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Computerized medical records offer many advantages and some disadvantages. In preparing to teach a preconference next week at the Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses annual meeting, I have been doing more reading about computerized records. We handle these records every … Continue reading →

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25 Strategies for Conflict Resolution

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Pat Iyer

1. Don’t focus on winning or losing; focus on achieving objectives. 2. Interrupting to make your point is pointless. 3. Be smart not right. You aren’t finding the right answer; you’re searching for the better alternative. 4. Focus on progress … Continue reading →

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Are you treasuring your moments?

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Pat Iyer
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Top 10 tips for analyzing Emergency Department Records – Part 2

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Personal injury attorneys frequently handle cases that involve injuries which require emergency department treatment. Here are 10 questions you should ask when you look at these records. Can’t read the records? Ask for our help. We have vast experience in … Continue reading →

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10 Top Tips for Analyzing Emergency Department Records Part 1

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Personal injury attorneys frequently handle cases that involve injuries which require emergency department treatment. Here are 10 questions you should ask when you look at these records. Can’t read the records? Ask for our help. We have vast experience in … Continue reading →

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