Emergency Medicine: Duties of an ER Triage Nurse
In emergency medicine, triage nurses perform a critical function. When a patient arrives at the ER,...
World Stroke Day is Today
The American Heart Association announced that Monday, October 29th is World Stroke Day, “a day dedicated...
Stevens Johnson Syndrome from Overuse of Antibiotics
Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a horrible disease that afflicts about 300 people each year. The...
Medical Malpractice on Discharge from the Hospital
Medical malpractice often occurs at the time of discharge. A recent study published in the Academic...
A Fast and Reliable Way to Rule Out Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary embolism is a leading cause of death and hospitalization in the U.S. There are a...
The Culture of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice rates are at epidemic proportions. Yet, the culture of medical negligence is alive and...
Strokes in Younger Patients Increase Risk of Delayed Diagnosis
A recent study in Neurology shows that stroke rates are increasing among younger patients. This is...
Surgical Errors: Post-Op Red Flags
I recently read a great article about surgical errors, 10 Red Flags in General Surgical Malpractice Cases, by...
Congratulations to National Nurses United
National Nurses United (NNU) is the largest nurses organization in the U.S. They have been front...
