Hospital Alarm Systems May Be Improved By Adopting Lessons Learned By Aviation Industry
A new study indicates using a priority system similar to that used in aviation could help hospitals better prioritize how to respond to emergency alarms.
Tag Archives: Hospitals
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Hospitals Often Fail To Share Key Health Information On New Nursing Home Residents: Study
A new study finds hospitals often fail to give nursing homes important health information about new residents.
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Hospital Patients Discharged Against Medical Advice Face Higher Readmission Rates: Study
A new study finds that patients who leave a hospital against doctors' orders face a higher risk of readmission, but a slightly lower risk of in-hospital death.
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ISMP Report Indicates Some Paralyzing Agent Drugs, Crucial During the Ongoing Pandemic, Lack Adequate Warning Labels
In the rush to handle the COVID-19 pandemic, some dangerous drugs may be going out without proper warning labels, experts warn.
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Emergency Room Treatments Down 42% For Non-COVID Related Injuries: CDC
A new CDC study shows a drop in emergency room visits in recent months, suggesting people are avoiding seeking medical attention out of fear of COVID-19.
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ISMP Warns Of Medication Errors Linked To COVID-19 Response
A new ISMP report warns of certain medication errors which appear to be linked to the rush to address the COVID-19 pandemic.
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COVID-19 Increasing Risk Of Antibiotic Resistance, Researchers Warn
A new report warns that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the use of antibiotics and may be accelerating antibiotic resistance problems.
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Surgical Checklists Reduce Risk of Complications, Readmission and Additional Procedures: Study
A new study finds that a new type of surgical checklist could significantly reduce surgical complications, hospital readmissions and the need for revision surgeries.
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FDA Issues New Recommendations For Conserving Surgical Masks and Gowns During COVID-19 Crisis
Facing potential shortages due to COVID-19, the FDA sent a letter to healthcare providers on conservation strategies for personal protective equipment.
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ISMP Releases List Of Medication Safety Best Practices
The ISMP has updated its medication safety best practices list to include new recommendations on handling opioids and the override feature on automated drug dispensing cabinets used by hospitals.