Relias

OCTOBER 10, 2023

One of the most effective ways to reduce this number is by focusing on patient safety in nursing. For many hospitals, achieving better outcomes begins with the implementation of improved patient safety protocols. What is patient safety in nursing? How do nurses ensure patient safety in the care setting?

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DropStat

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The importance of nurses educating patients is well known and documented in studies showing that patient education results in greater patient compliance and leads to better health outcomes. Moreover, healthcare is increasingly shifting towards patient- and consumer-centered healthcare.

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DropStat

MARCH 13, 2024

Alarm fatigue can occur in many fields, but reducing alarm fatigue for patient safety has become a primary goal in healthcare. The Joint Commission chose alarm management as a 2021 National Patient Safety Goal. Monitors ‘keep an eye’ on patients 24/7 and relieve critical care nurses of constant supervision.

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Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

This week’s National Nephrology Nurses Week helps bring attention to the specialty care nephrology nurses provide and the way they help their patients manage their disease and symptoms. Patient education is a crucial part of the nephrology nursing. My husband is a chronic kidney disease patient.

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DropStat

JANUARY 25, 2024

Nurses should seek permission before entering a patient’s room and before delivering any medical assistance with courtesy. Studies show that when nurses display empathy with patients, patient anxiety is lessened, leading to patient trust in healthcare and positive healthcare results.

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Relias

MARCH 17, 2022

By ensuring that you have an equitable environment, you are creating an organizational culture that will attract and retain experienced staff and support your patients. The following strategies are key factors to consider as healthcare organizations approach DEI efforts. Know your baseline. Establish leadership commitment.

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