Nurse.com
APRIL 23, 2023
By understanding the litigation process and learning to advocate for themselves, nurses can decrease the risk of facing legal troubles, said Dolnick. Document everything One vital strategy nurses can leverage to protect themselves is through detailed documentation. Despite her efforts, she reportedly received little help.
American Nurse
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
DOCUMENTING CARE is a basic nursing responsibility, but it’s one that nurses often struggle with because of time constraints and challenges associated with electronic health records (EHRs), such as poor user interfaces that leave nurses unclear as to where to document findings. The NSO/CNA Nurse Liability Claim Report (4th Ed.)
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Relias
JUNE 1, 2022
Coding and clinical documentation have never been more important in healthcare. “We Yet coding mistakes can mean lost revenue, or worse — fines, compliance, and legal issues. You’ll need ongoing training for your staff to improve your clinical documentation and avoid the following coding disasters.
Diversity Nursing
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Nursing malpractice can include physical, emotional, or financial harm or injury to a patient, medication errors, failure to report, or documentation issues. Documentation Accurate and comprehensive Nursing documentation is a crucial element of patient care. Legal issues in Nursing can have serious consequences.
Scrubs
JUNE 15, 2023
Document the patient’s behavior in ferocious detail. This may include saving emails, text messages, voicemails, or any other relevant documentation that can serve as evidence in the future. As irrational and ill-mannered as the patient may become, you must remain professional. The patient may be trying to provoke you. Don’t let him.
Consult QD
AUGUST 29, 2023
While that’s a daunting thought, Marilyn Crisafi, BSN, RN, JD reminds nurses that the legal department and caregivers share the same goal – to make sure the health system is providing safe, world-class care. With a background in both nursing and law, Crisafi offers a unique perspective on legal issues in nursing.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
MARCH 7, 2024
Navigating FDA Regulations for AI in Healthcare: When integrating AI into healthcare and life sciences, developers and industry players must navigate a complex regulatory landscape, particularly regarding FDA approvals.
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