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

Minority Nurse

According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) , laws and regulations granting NPs full practice authority enable NPs to practice to the full extent of their education, training, and certification without physician oversight. Informed Consent. Scope of Practice Limitations.

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Radiation Safety Protocols

Northwest Career College

Radiography is an essential medical diagnostic tool that provides vital information about internal structures within the human body. However, ionizing radiation poses potential hazards in radiography, hence the call for strict safety procedures to protect patients and healthcare workers.

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New CE: Specialty Series

NHA Now

Understanding disease processes can provide clarity to the patient about his or her symptoms. Learning about disease processes will also help when providing patient education regarding how to manage symptoms when flareups occur. Diagnostic measures and treatments associated with the condition will also be explored.

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Enhancing Patient Safety in Nursing: Strategies and Practices

Relias

Many nurses find it helpful to categorize patient safety tactics into separate sets of activities geared towards minimizing medical errors and improving patient outcomes, including: Monitoring patients A patient’s medical condition can change instantly, and nurses must quickly identify complications that may arise.

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The Role of a Dental Assistant in Modern Dentistry

MedQuest College

Key Responsibilities in Modern Dentistry Lets look at some of the key responsibilities dental assistants are taking on beyond their traditional roles: – Patient Education: Dental assistants are now actively involved in educating patients about oral hygiene, explaining procedures, and guiding post-treatment care.