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The digitization of medical records was supposed to reduce medical errors, save money, and provide patients with a way to have quick and easy access to their medical histories. Yet, 10 years after its implementation, the system has not produced the intended positive effects....
Paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) provide lifesaving medical care in the critical moments between when an injury occurs and the patient’s arrival at a hospital. These practitioners must act quickly, and their interventions can make the difference between a full recovery and permanent...
Surgical procedures may be necessary to treat many types of medical conditions, but they come with several risks. Proper planning and safety precautions can help minimize these risks and maximize the patient’s chances for success. At many teaching hospitals, however, it has become common...
Stryker has recalled over 13,000 Lifepak 15 monitors/defibrillator units amid 58 complaints and reports of six fatalities associated with malfunctioning equipment. The defibrillator machine delivers an electronic shock to the heart during a cardiac emergency. The malfunction of the Lifepak 15 defibrillators delays the...
A new study from the National Safety Council (NSC) found that for the first time on record, Americans are at greater risk of dying from an opioid overdose than in a car accident. The study analyzed federal and state statistics on preventable injuries and...
Medical devices that are surgically implanted can give patients relief without the hassle of strict pill regimens or frequent doctor visits. When these devices fail, however, they can be difficult to remove or replace; in some cases, patients may be attached to a defective...
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement has named March 10-16, 2019 as Patient Safety Awareness Week. The annual initiative fosters heightened communication around topics related to consumer safety, awareness, and education. A significant aspect of this platform centers around discussions regarding medical errors and malpractice,...