Readiness Rounds

AUGUST 21, 2023

COVID-19 on the Rise Again In a world affected by the ongoing COVID issues, hospitals have been at the forefront of battling the virus and caring for those affected. "It Bluntly put, there is no justification for a hospital to allow ANY non-patient to enter the building sick!!!! It is a fact. COVID cases are up again.

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Patient Safety Movement

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In honor of World Health Organization World Patient Safety Day 2023, the Patient Safety Movement Foundation hosted a webinar dedicated to the theme of “Empowering Patients.” Children’s Hospital and the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

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Patient Safety Movement

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Four out of five of these pregnancy deaths were considered preventable.2,3 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Four in 5 Pregnancy-Related Deaths in the U.S. Are Preventable.”, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2023. 2,3 We must improve access to good maternity care. Michael A.E. Blanchi, D.W.,

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Patient Safety Movement

DECEMBER 1, 2022

And it’s largely preventable—if not the disease itself (in the case of Type 2 diabetes) then at least the most severe outcomes. The patient is the most important member of their own healthcare team, as diabetes treatment involves a lot of self-care and preventative lifestyle choices.

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Healthcare Success

MARCH 6, 2024

Whether you run a multilocation healthcare organization, hospital, or health system, understanding the distinction between search engine optimization (SEO) vs. search engine marketing (SEM)—and how each distinctly helps your business—is important for several reasons. This knowledge helps you: Allocate resources more efficiently.

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Patient Safety Movement

APRIL 1, 2023

Save the Date: June 1-2, 2023 10th Annual World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit The 10-year anniversary marks professionals like you making a significant difference in eliminating preventable medical errors. Patient Safety Leadership Award Recognition Joe Kiani Receives the 2023 Robert L.

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Patient Safety Movement

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Joe’s passion for patient safety has been a driving force behind breakthrough developments in medical innovation at the company he founded, Masimo. These efforts are intended to complement previous investments in services to prevent unnecessary nursing home admissions and help nursing home residents transition back home when possible.

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HIT Consultant

MARCH 6, 2023

In every instance, a potential threat to patient safety is present. Drug diversion can also pose risks to staff safety and regulatory compliance, as can be seen across all types of healthcare facilities and, across all clinical disciplines. Sandy Still, Pharm.D., administration, waste, or return).

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Health Populi

MARCH 12, 2024

Once we became aware of the outside threat, in the interest of protecting our partners and patients, we took immediate action to disconnect our systems to prevent further impact. The American Hospital Association is curating a similar page for the organization’s hospital members with updates and special reports and links.

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Bill Of Health

JULY 11, 2022

The House of Commons has a Committee on Health and Social Care Committee (“the committee”) which holds to account the Department of Health and Social Care and government health policy. billion – equivalent to the annual running costs of the biggest hospital Trust in England or four average sized hospitals.

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Briggs Healthcare

MARCH 20, 2023

Ensuring patient safety is at the heart of the Hippocratic Oath: First, Do No Harm. As we commemorate National Patient Safety Week, now is the perfect time to affirm our belief that no matter their background or circumstances, everyone deserves access to high-quality, safe, and equitable care. Michelle Schreiber, MD.,

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 13, 2023

A tight budget often means fewer staff to monitor, prevent, and recover from breaches. Devices linked to cloud platforms that store and analyze patient data create a huge vulnerability. An IBM study found an average of 10 to 15 connected devices per patient bed. Lean IT staff. Legacy systems. Fragmented security architecture.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 27, 2023

This includes nurse and clinician shortages, which persist across hospitals and health systems nationwide. Now is the time for healthcare organizations to look inward and not only seek to remedy these deficits by counteracting existing burnout but to also prevent new staffing challenges as the reverberations of COVID-19 continue to be felt.

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ACHE

JUNE 30, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic created countless challenges for healthcare providers, but some silver-linings-minded leaders believe the health crisis also accelerated innovation in quality and safety. Muething, MD, chief quality officer at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, told Healthcare Executive. It needs to be relentless.”.

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Readiness Rounds

JULY 16, 2023

Improving Patient Satisfaction Using the 5 Ps of Hourly Rounding By consistently addressing the needs of patients, hospitals can improve the patient's safety and comfort, and overall patient satisfaction, while also identifying and addressing any potential issues in a timely manner.

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Patient Safety Movement

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) has just released its findings and recommendations on patient safety in a report to U.S. Titled “A Transformational Effort on Patient Safety,” the report draws much-needed attention to the fact that patient safety is an urgent national public health issue.

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HIT Consultant

JUNE 29, 2023

As part of the integration, DAX Express for Epic will deliver everything clinicians need in one place to create a comprehensive note quickly, decreasing cognitive load, increasing provider satisfaction, and improving the quality of patient care.

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KHN

DECEMBER 21, 2023

And once those devices reach the marketplace, the FDA struggles to track malfunctions, including deaths and injuries — while injured patients face legal barriers trying to hold manufacturers accountable for product defects. 28, 2016, after its most stringent safety review, a little-used process known as premarket approval.

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Bill Of Health

AUGUST 1, 2022

It also felt wrong to contribute to the economy of a state that has passed the most restrictive abortion laws in recent history; a decision we know is about power and politics, not patient safety. From our standpoint, there is no middle ground between life and the preventable death of women. The time has passed for neutrality.

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Home Health Care

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Health care is primarily built around the delivery of care within hospitals, dependent on episodic, fee-for-service reimbursement. In 1970, major health programs accounted for about 5% of the budget. We will see true innovation happening in AI and machine learning that will help prevent readmissions and keep people safe in the home.

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Patient Safety Movement

AUGUST 29, 2023

Letter from CEO The last two months have seen some profound presentations, publications, and recommendations to improve patient safety in the US and globally. We have had a Summit meeting in Newport Beach with so many passionate world-renowned speakers on patient safety.

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Patient Safety Movement

OCTOBER 1, 2022

WORLD PATIENT SAFETY DAY September 17, 2022 The World Health Organization’s World Patient Safety Day calls for global unity and collaborative action by all countries and international partners to improve patient safety. Medication harm accounts for 50% of the overall preventable harm in medical care. $42

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KHN

APRIL 29, 2022

More than four years ago, Tennessee nurse RaDonda Vaught typed two letters into a hospital’s computerized medication cabinet, selected the wrong drug from the search results, and gave a patient a fatal dose. But customers must opt in to the feature, so it is likely unused in many hospitals.

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Patient Safety Movement

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

During his speech, Joe provided an overview of the PCAST report recommendations, the current state of patient safety efforts and strategies for reaching ZERO, and issues around opioid safety. Through this year’s slogan “Elevate the voice of patients!” More than 40 percent of these events are due to preventable errors.

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Briggs Healthcare

JULY 6, 2023

Mary Madison, RN, RAC-CT, CDP Clinical Consultant – Briggs Healthcare Better infection surveillance and trained surveyors are also necessary to keep nursing homes safe and accountable. Current CMS surveyors lack expertise in infection prevention and control (IPC). Arlington, Va., Arlington, Va.,

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KHN

APRIL 29, 2022

More than four years ago, Tennessee nurse RaDonda Vaught typed two letters into a hospital’s computerized medication cabinet, selected the wrong drug from the search results, and gave a patient a fatal dose. But customers must opt in to the feature, so it is likely unused in many hospitals.

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NASHP

MARCH 22, 2024

The commission was created in the New Hampshire Legislature in 2000 (NH RSA Chapter 12-J), which established the Alcohol Fund, directing a part of proceed from sales of alcohol to prevention, harm reduction treatment, and recovery services. It is operational across 231 hospitals and medical practice sites in the U.S.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 31, 2024

bar coding, gravimetric analysis) both to help prevent errors during the manual steps in the process and to help catch errors before they reach the patient. Embrace innovation responsibly: Develop and utilize AI technologies in a safe and ethical manner, ensuring transparency and accountability.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 14, 2022

This is partially due to the overarching industry shift toward patient-centricity, but in some cases, it is also due to the commercial availability of powerful technology solutions not previously feasible for use in medical devices. Are there patient safety concerns with the proposed therapy? Informed device selection.

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HIT Consultant

MARCH 8, 2023

Current market pressures, however, compel hospitals, health systems and medical practices to reconsider their hesitancy in embracing these innovations. What’s more, patients are begging for better digital experiences – and are frustrated with healthcare’s lack of functionality. Leaders are sick of hearing it.

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HIT Consultant

MAY 16, 2022

In practice, this approach can take the shape of a “one-size fits all” solution, which may not account for the needs of specific populations or take advantage of integrating effective third-party solutions. The path forward requires a systems-based, patient-centric, and requirements-driven approach. A Way Forward.

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NASHP

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

checking accounts. State health policymakers are consistently reporting health care workforce shortages across primary care, hospitals, behavioral health, and long-term care. Expanding the Oral Health Workforce to Promote Overall Health: Arizona Uses Dental Hygienists to Improve Hospital Patient Safety (November 2019).

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Etactics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

She repeatedly filed complaints to Mercy General Hospital in Sacramento regarding the sexual abuse. After filing complaints with the hospital’s HR department, the hospital terminated her employment. The hospital stated they felt disappointed by the jury's decision. She filed the last complaint on July 31, 2008.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 11, 2023

As the costs of operating a healthcare practice or hospital rise, and staffing and burnout issues add additional stressors, the medical community is facing unprecedented times. In 2021, we saw that patients were actively seeking digital tools to the point where they were changing providers to add technology to their healthcare.

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