Negative-pressure wound therapy might not promote healing in chronic persistent and complicated wounds more than conventional wound treatment, according to a meta-analysis conducted by European researchers.
Potentially fatal drug errors missed by electronic ordering systems, report finds
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Apr 08, 2016
Computerized physician order entry systems don’t always catch potentially harmful or fatal medication errors, according to a report released Thursday.
Realistic recovery: skilled nursing providers must keep patients hopeful yet realistic about their goals
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Julie Williamson
Jun 01, 2009
Rehab providers struggle with their clients’ desire to go home and also the reality that progress takes time and does not always result in a return ticket
Power to the people? That could mean trouble
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James M. Berklan
Apr 01, 2013
There are plenty of legal concerns that keep nursing home administrators awake at night. Many times, the demons can be kept under the bed or locked in the closet. But not always.
Study: Healthcare workers not making healthy choices
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Dec 04, 2015
Doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers don’t always practice what they preach when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, a new study suggests.