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Building Trust and Empathy in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

MedQuest College

Building trust and empathy in diagnostic medical sonography is vital for delivering exceptional patient care. As a diagnostic medical sonographer, you play a crucial role in the healthcare journey by providing accurate imaging that aids in diagnosis and treatment. However, the technical aspects of the job are only part of the equation.

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Build Safety Culture During Patient Safety Awareness Week

Relias

The evidence trail demonstrates the negative effects that burnout and dissatisfaction among healthcare professionals can have on patient care, including increases in diagnostic and patient safety errors, omissions of necessary care, reduced teamwork, dissatisfied patients who are less likely to adhere to treatment plans, and the list goes on.

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Safety in Health Care Ties Closely to Workforce Well-Being – Updates from Press Ganey and ECRI

Health Populi

The phrase “patient safety” summons up a list of common sources such as medication errors, surgical errors, health care-associated infections, diagnostic errors, among other adverse events and harms people experience in the course of receiving health care. “First, do no harm” is a key M.O. in health care.

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Building a Strong Foundation: Essential Skills for Radiography Students

Northwest Career College

As a student, you must master various diagnostic imaging technologies, including X-ray machines, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound equipment. Teamwork Radiographers often work as part of a larger medical team. Teamwork leads to better patient outcomes and a more efficient workplace.

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The Multifaceted Role of Dental Assistants in Modern Dentistry

Northwest Suburban College

Dental X-Rays and Impressions Dental Assistants are typically responsible for taking dental x-rays and impressions, which are essential diagnostic tools used by dentists to develop appropriate treatment plans. Proper training and competence in these tasks ensure accurate results and the best possible care for patients.

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Developing Essential Skills for a Successful Career as a Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

Communication and Interpersonal Skills Effective communication is a cornerstone of successful patient care and teamwork. For instance, new technologies and advancements in the medical field may introduce new diagnostic tools, treatment options, or electronic health record systems that require additional training.

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National Patient Safety Goals Depend on Good Communication

Relias

Results from tests and diagnostic procedures could potentially have a major impact on a patient’s health outcome if not delivered expediently. The protocol is most successful in “hospitals with a culture that promotes teamwork and where all individuals feel empowered to protect patient safety.