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5 Risk Control Considerations as Nurse Practitioners’ Scope of Practice Expands

Minority Nurse

Since 2023, 27 states and the District of Columbia have granted NPs full practice authority (AANP, 2023). Courts increasingly recognize NPs as independent providers, which affects how liability is assigned in medical malpractice cases. increase compared to the average total incurred in the 2017 dataset ($300,506).

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Is Nurse Midwifery the Right Pathway for You?

Registered Nursing

Temperament and Skills: Personal Fit Assessment Successful nurse midwives typically share certain characteristics that align with the profession’s demands: Well-Suited Temperaments Calm under pressure and during emergencies Patient-centered with excellent communication abilities Comfortable with irregular hours and unpredictable schedules Adaptable (..)

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Understanding Medical Malpractice in Delaware: A Guide for Nurses

American Nurse

Patient safety is paramount, and yet, despite best efforts, medical malpractice incidents can lead to potential legal repercussions. This article aims to educate Delaware nurses about the elements of medical malpractice. This article aims to educate Delaware nurses about the elements of medical malpractice.

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Nuclear Verdicts in Obstetrics Show the Risk of Malpractice Claims — What Are the Root Causes?

Relias

One of the most pressing issues today is the rise of “nuclear verdicts” in obstetrics — staggering malpractice awards that exceed $10 million. The rise of nuclear verdicts in obstetrics Obstetrics has always been a high-risk area for medical malpractice. With the complex nature of childbirth, the stakes are incredibly high.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Shelise Valentine

Minority Nurse

Shelise Valentine, RNC, MSN, C-EFM, CPPS, CPHRM, is the Director of Clinical Education, Healthcare Risk Advisors, part of TDC Group and chairs nursing, co-chairs obstetric and simulation initiatives, and directs risk management and obstetric education for insured hospital clients to improve patient safety and reduce malpractice risk.

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ChatGPT and aging

American Nurse

If these models are added in standardized patient care, we questioned whether not referring to AI outputs would be considered malpractice. 2023:3957-68. Consequences of the wide dissemination and utilization of LLM models within health systems also were discussed. 2023;614(7947):224-6. Overwriting pretrained bias with finetuning data.

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The Importance of Legal Nurse Consultants in the Medical and Legal Field

Every Nurse

BEYOND THE BEDSIDE The Importance of Legal Nurse Consultants in the Medical and Legal Field EveryNurse Staff Last Updated: 11/09/2023 In the fast-paced and complex world of medicine and law, there is a critical need for professionals who can bridge the gap between these two industries.