How do we tackle falls?

Article Abstract:

Several strategies that can be employed by the hospitals to minimize the number of patients falling down in a week are discussed. Individually targeted interventions need to be developed to reduce the number of falls, as it negatively affects the patient's confidence and independence.

Management dynamics, Methods, Management, Patients, Patient care, Company business management

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Buying power

Article Abstract:

Nursing involvement in equipment purchasing decisions can help reduce waste and cost for hospitals. When Nottingham University hospital asked a nurse to improve purchasing, the hospital saved 172,000 pounds sterling in a year.

General services, Medical Instruments and Supplies, Medical Instruments & Equipment, Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, Purchasing, Medical equipment, Physiological apparatus

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