Patient Safety Best Practices - April 2024

Quality and Safety in Radiation Oncology: Implementing Tools and Best Practices for Patients, Providers, and Payers

Quality and Safety in Radiation Oncology provides an authoritative and evidence-based guide to the understanding and implementation of quality and safety procedures in radiation oncology practice. A detailed exploration and review of these standards is a necessary part of a radiation oncology professional’s competency, both in the clinical setting and at the study table while preparing for board review and MOC exams. This book is also essential for other members of the radiotherapy team, including for medical physicists implementing procedures and working with wide-ranging technologies and e... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1620700743
• ASIN: 1620700743
• ISBN: 9781620700747
• Manufacturer: Demos Medical

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

“Essential reading for anyone interested in understanding and treating traumatic stress and the scope of its impact on society.” —Alexander McFarlane, Director of the Centre for Traumatic Stress StudiesA pioneering researcher transforms our understanding of trauma and offers a bold new paradigm for healing in this New York Times bestseller Trauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans has been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00G3L1C2K
• ASIN: B00G3L1C2K
• Manufacturer: Penguin Books

Washington Manual of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement (Lippincott Manual Series)

Concise, portable, and user-friendly, The Washington Manual® of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement covers essential information in every area of this complex field. With a focus on improving systems and processes, preventing errors, and promoting transparency, this practical reference provides an overview of PS/QI fundamentals, as well as insight into how these principles apply to a variety of clinical settings. Part of the popular Washington Manual® series, this unique volume provides the knowledge and skills necessary for an effective, proactive approach to patient safety and quality i... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1451193556
• ASIN: 1451193556
• ISBN: 1451193556
• Brand: LWW
• Manufacturer: LWW

Secrets of the Best-Run Practices, 3rd Edition

Healthcare practices. Uncertain times. Practices are under pressure to accomplish more with fewer resources, while facing new regulatory demands and other changes that compete with the responsibilities of running a practice. How do the most successful medical practices excel in this constantly changing practice environment? The wait is over. The much-anticipated 3rd edition of Secrets of the Best-Run Practices shares practical solutions for medical practices seeking to simplify business processes, maximize efficiency, and improve profitability, all while putting patients first. Fully updated, ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0997447249
• ASIN: 0997447249
• ISBN: 0997447249
• Manufacturer: Greenbranch Publishing

Patient Safety and Healthcare Improvement at a Glance

Patient Safety and Healthcare Improvement at a Glance is a timely and thorough overview of healthcare quality written specifically for students and junior doctors and healthcare professionals. It bridges the gap between the practical and the theoretical to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients. Featuring essential step-by-step guides to interpreting and managing risk, quality improvement within clinical specialties, and practice development, this highly visual textbook offers the best preparation for the increased emphasis on patient safety and quality-driven focus in today’s healthcar... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1118361369
• ASIN: 1118361369
• ISBN: 1118361369
• Brand: Wiley-Blackwell
• Manufacturer: Wiley-Blackwell

Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers: The Acclaimed Guide to Stress, Stress-Related Diseases, and Coping - Now Revised and Updated

• ASIN: B0037NX018
• ASIN: B0037NX018
• Manufacturer: Holt Paperbacks

Engineering Patient Safety in Radiation Oncology: University of North Carolina's Pursuit for High Reliability and Value Creation

Because radiation is a central curative and palliative therapy for many patients, it is essential to have safe and efficient systems for planning and delivering radiation therapy. Factors such as rapid technological advances, financial reorganization, an aging population, and evolving societal expectations, however, may be compromising our ability to deliver highly reliable and efficient care.Engineering Patient Safety in Radiation Oncology describes proven concepts and examples, borrowed from organizations known for high reliability and value creation, to guide radiation oncology centers towa... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1482233649
• ASIN: 1482233649
• ISBN: 9781482233643
• Brand: Productivity Press
• Manufacturer: Productivity Press

JORESTECH Eyewear Protective Safety Glasses, Polycarbonate Impact Resistant Lens Pack of 12 (Smoke)

JORESTECH safety goggles and glasses securely and comfortably protect your eyes and are perfect for use during work and play. Ideal for indoor and outdoor use, these glasses meet the stringent ANSI Z87+ Standards of eyewear protection (a more stringent version than the Z87 Standard). UV (UVA and UVB protection) and anti-scratch coated lenses. Some of the common uses: Manufacturing Laboratory Education Sports Defense Hobbies Construction Marine Landscaping Aerospace Arts and Crafts Warehousing Carpentry Home

• ASIN: B01KGJP3VU
• UPC: 817587020068
• ASIN: B01KGJP3VU
• Brand: JORESTECH
• Manufacturer: Technopack Corporation

Alexander's Care of the Patient in Surgery

Prepare for success on certification exams and in perioperative nursing! Alexander’s Care of the Patient in Surgery, 16th Edition is the definitive text for nurses and surgical technologists training for a career in the operating room. Illustrated, step-by-step instructions cover patient care in more than 400 surgical interventions, including positioning, instrumentation, and postoperative care. New to this edition is additional coverage of robotic surgery, along with review of evidence-based guidelines for practice. From well-known educator Jane C. Rothrock ― and with every chapter author... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0323479146
• ASIN: 0323479146
• ISBN: 0323479146
• Manufacturer: Elsevier

Mistreated: Why We Think We're Getting Good Health Care-and Why We're Usually Wrong

A WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLERThe biggest problem in American health care is usDo you know how to tell good health care from bad health care? Guess again. As patients, we wrongly assume the "best" care is dependent mainly on the newest medications, the most complex treatments, and the smartest doctors. But Americans look for health-care solutions in the wrong places. For example, hundreds of thousands of lives could be saved each year if doctors reduced common errors and maximized preventive medicine.For Dr. Robert Pearl, these kinds of mistakes are a matter of professional importance, but also ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B01LL8C2IM
• ASIN: B01LL8C2IM
• Manufacturer: PublicAffairs

EKG Interpretation: 24 Hours or Less to EASILY PASS the ECG Portion of the NCLEX!

Why Are You Spending So Much Time Studying? In 24 Hours or Less you will have the skills to absolutely crush the ECG / EKG portion of the NCLEX! Upon downloading this book you will receive an additional *FREE Bonus Ebook Inside*“NCLEX SUCCESS: What You Need To Easily Crush The NCLEX On The First Try“You’ll LOVE The Free Bonus Ebook Because...1. I have found exactly how to approach each question and saved you 100’s of hours. 2. You can ALSO use this Free Bonus Ebook in harmony to slice each question to the core so that you are more than ready for the big exam day!3. You now have access ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00ZYDVKFM
• ASIN: B00ZYDVKFM

Foundations of Clinical Nurse Specialist Practice

2014 AJN Book of the Year Award Winner in Advanced Practice Nursing, First Place Designated a Doody's Core Title! This widely acclaimed resource has been improved with this update. It is an excellent addition to the library of clinical nurse specialist students, faculty, and current practitioners. The release of the second edition ensures that the information is current for the ever-changing healthcare environment." Score: 100, 5 stars Now in its second edition, this highly acclaimed text remains the only cohesive, comprehensive textbook and professional reference for CNS education and practi... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0826129668
• ASIN: 0826129668
• ISBN: 0826129668
• Manufacturer: Springer Publishing Company

Anatomy Of Medical Errors: The Patient In Room 2

A surgeon unknowingly damages the intestines of a nurse expecting only an overnight stay after surgery, beginning a chain of more tragic and preventable errors. The consequences result in the nurse spending several weeks on an ICU ventilator in a drug-induced coma, having four additional surgeries, and requiring a pump to drain the raging infection from her open abdomen. As she awakens and tries to come to terms with what happened to her, she realizes the hospital and doctors will never tell her the whole truth; she has to find out what went wrong on her own. In order to heal, she determines t... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1940446848
• ASIN: 1940446848
• ISBN: 1940446848
• Manufacturer: Sigma Theta Tau International

Cognitive Errors and Diagnostic Mistakes: A Case-Based Guide to Critical Thinking in Medicine

This case-based book illustrates and explores common cognitive biases and their consequences in the practice of medicine. The book begins with an introduction that explains the concept of cognitive errors and their importance in clinical medicine and current controversies within healthcare. The core of the book features chapters dedicated to particular cognitive biases; cases are presented and followed by a discussion of the clinician's rationale and an overview of the particular cognitive bias. Engaging and easy to read, this text provides strategies on minimizing cognitive errors in various ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07KY29F34
• ASIN: B07KY29F34
• Manufacturer: Springer

Quality and Safety in Pharmacy Practice

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Gain a complete understanding of the principles of quality improvement and their application to present and future pharmacy practice "This is a nice introduction to the concepts of continuous quality improvement.It is a comfortable read and is written at an elementary level in comparison to other textbooks in the pharmacy curriculum. This may be necessary, since the authors rightly conclude there is a lack of... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0071603859
• ASIN: 0071603859
• ISBN: 0071603859
• Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Education / Medical

Nursing Informatics for the Advanced Practice Nurse, Second Edition : Patient Safety, Quality, Outcomes, and Interprofessionalism

First Edition won the AJN 2016 Book Of The Year Award. A "must have" text for all healthcare professionals practicing in the digital age of healthcare.Nursing Informatics for the Advanced Practice Nurse, Second Edition, delivers

• UPC: 727964112

Obesity Surgery: Patient Safety and Best Practices, Stephanie B. Jones, MD, Daniel B. Jones

Obesity Surgery: Patient Safety and Best Practices, Stephanie B. Jones, MD, Daniel B.

• UPC: 825449213

Patient Safety and Healthcare Improvement at a Glance

Patient Safety and Healthcare Improvement at a

• UPC: 38312890

Quality and Safety in Radiation Oncology : Implementing Tools and Best Practices for Patients, Providers, and Payers

Quality and Safety in Radiation Oncology provides an authoritative and evidence-based guide to the understanding and implementation of quality and safety procedures in radiation oncology practice. A detailed exploration and review of these standards is

• UPC: 53597804

Patient Safety, Law Policy and Practice - eBook

Patient safety is an issue which in recent years has grown to prominence in a number of countries’ political and health service agendas. The World Health Organisation has launched the World Alliance for Patient Safety.

• UPC: 282331854

Safety Fundamentals and Best Practices in Construction Industry - eBook

This book intends to help safety practitioners, project managers, construction managers, and craftsmen who are determined and self-motivated persons to strengthen their knowledge in safety, which is a prime importance of a construction company in

• UPC: 419074127

Professional Practice for Physician Assistants (Paperback)

The practice of medicine as a physician assistant is much more than antibiotics, pathophysiology of disease and physical exams. Sure, we need foundations; we need building blocks, yet to be a well-rounded provider you need

• UPC: 312141988

New Horizons in Patient Safety: Safe Communication : Evidence-Based Core Competencies with Case Studies from Nursing Practice

This case studies book is a unique, practical, cutting-edge, indispensable go-to resource forprofessionals in nursing. Each case study is framed by learning objectives, an evaluation section, thought-provoking discussion questions and references

• UPC: 389742723

Patient Safety : Research Into Practice

Patient Safety: Research into

• UPC: 522108575

Global Patient Safety : Law, Policy and Practice

9781138052789

• UPC: 428375605

Obesity Surgery : Patient Safety and Best Practices

• UPC: 193323191317
• Category: Nonfiction
• Price: 6 USD