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Pharmacists Can Improve Care Transitions, Researchers Suggest
The results of recent research suggest case management and transitions of care teams that include pharmacists see greater success keeping patients healthier and out of the hospital. One study revealed a barrier to pharmacy involvement in care transitions is incomplete communication between pharmacists and providers. -
‘Bridging’ Solution Shows Promise for Stroke Patients
A combination of administering drugs plus a minor procedure was connected to higher survival rates, better quality of life.
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The Joint Commission Issues Safety Tips for Reprocessing Critical Gear
The guidance includes specific reminders about single-use devices.
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AMA Asks to Remove Prescription Status from Naloxone
The request was made in the wake of a study that revealed expanded access to the opioid reversal agent is needed in almost every U.S. state.
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HHS Guidance Addresses HIPAA and Emergency Protective Orders
HHS recently issued guidance about HIPAA compliance when information must be released in conjunction with an extreme risk protection order. The guidance will be useful for risk managers and compliance officers, but may present some challenges when trying to adhere to HIPAA restrictions. -
HIPAA Safe Harbor Offers Limited But Important Protection
The HR 7898 HIPAA Safe Harbor Law, enacted in 2021, created a “safe harbor” for HIPAA-covered entities and their business associates when potentially facing fines and other penalties under HIPAA. But there are nuances to the law that risk managers and compliance officers must consider. -
Appeals Court Denies Hospital’s Objection to Expert Witness Report
This case shows the importance of expert testimony in reporting the standard of care. However, the legal requirements for expert witnesses are fairly minimal. -
Appellate Court Revives Lawsuit Against Hospital for Harvesting Organs Despite Objections
This case shows the standard of review for a plaintiff’s success on a claim of intentional infliction of emotional distress against a hospital.
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Abnormal Vitals Linked to Unanticipated Death After ED Discharge
More than half of 129 patients who died unexpectedly after they were discharged from EDs exhibited abnormal vital signs at the time. Each patient had presented to an urban academic ED between 2014 and 2017, and died within seven days after they went home. -
Nurses Risk Consequences for Spreading Misinformation
Risk managers may need to counsel nursing staff on how they could expose themselves to professional consequences if they spread health misinformation online, particularly with much attention on what people post regarding COVID-19. Nurses who post misinformation could be subject to disciplinary action from their nursing boards, in addition to other results.