Nursing, a popular interest, is a broad field in itself. One particular branch of nursing is specialization in anesthesia. Anesthesia is described as an insensitivity to pain that is produced by drugs and given to patients by medical professionals before performing an invasive procedure. These types of advanced-practice nurses are referred to as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). CRNAs work are expected to execute a variety of challenging tasks on a daily basis. They are directly under the
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provided and that the facility’s staff follows policies and procedures. Upon Admissions the resident would be provided a copy of the facility’s admission packet/contract, including payment sources and written information regarding his rights and facility policies. At the time of admissions the resident would be given written information concerning his rights to make decision concerning medical care, including the right to accept or refuse medical or surgical treatment, and the right to formulate advance
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Healthcare organization use data collection and reporting for a variety of areas and reason. One main reason is statistics for several department/areas. This information is used to increase quality of care, to determine if there is an increase in a specific health diagnosis, as well as hospital census, which will help to determine the level of staff needed to provide that quality of care. The government also needs to maintain statistics on the population in order to provide services. HIM professionals
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symptoms, access to health care, the appropriate treatment, exceptional communication, responsiveness and empathy, how to improve their health status, and the prevention of medical injury. These are important factors that may help reduce medical errors and improve quality. According to studies, when it comes to safety and risk of medical errors, "the U.S. indicates a significant level of awareness of safety issues among the general population" (Vincent & Coulter, 2002).
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model of healthcare. The innovation of new technologies is dependent on many factors: Clinical accountability, consumer demand, research programs, medical advancements, population health targets and the capacity and resources as an industry for technology development. Innovation stimulates the industry to produce large quantities of medical devices and therefore promote them to the healthcare providers. The “clinical pull” of technology, is sometimes impervious with the “technology push" because
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AFT Task 2 A1. Sentinel Event The Joint Commission’s definition of a sentinel event is “an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof. Serious injury specifically includes loss of limb or function. The phrase “or risk thereof” includes any process variation for which a recurrence would carry a significant chance of a serious adverse outcome.” (http://www.jointcommission.org). The Joint Commission list specific events that
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which you ensure privacy and confidentiality. 2. Identify standards established through the Privacy Rule to protect individuals’ health information. The Privacy Rule for the first time creates national standards to protect individuals' medical records and other personal health information. • It gives patients more control over their health information. • It sets boundaries on the use and release of health records. • It establishes appropriate safeguards that health care providers
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• 20 Cardiology M.D.s at Rush – 2 Cardiology M.D.s at Rush Oak Park Hospital • 1 Nurse Practitioner • 2 Check-In Clinic Coordinators • 3 Discharge Clinic Coordinators • 5 Certified Medical Assistants • 2 Call Center Coordinators • 3 Registered Nurses – Coumadin Clinic – Phone Triage Physician Education • Medical Degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine • Residency in Internal Medicine – 3 years • Cardiology Fellowship Training – 3-4 years per ACGME guidelines 4 Outpatient Clinic
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Proper utilization of the privacy of medical information within the EHR without appropriate documentation to release this medical information will be punishable by loss of employment within this organization. This health care organization is known for the use of the EHR in documenting patient information on a daily basis. This information is protected by law, and will therefore be protected within this facility. The protection of the privacy of medical information within the Happy Acres Convalescent
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STEC 1070 Surgical Procedures 1 Module 5 September 4, 2013 Hysterectomy Women are faced with many difficult decisions in life, but the decision on whether or not to have a hysterectomy can be the most difficult one she will ever make. It can threaten her character, sexuality, and fertility and could lead to lingering feelings of grief, depression, and loss. However, having a hysterectomy may be required to decrease pain, increase quality of life or preserve the patients life. A hysterectomy
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