Increasing the awareness of patient misidentification

Article Abstract:

The scale of misidentification of patients in the health service is significant and can lead to incorrect treatment and even death. The National Patient Safety Agency has issued advice on how to prevent misidentification in hospitals and within the health service, there is still potential for improved practice.

General services, Safety and security measures, Prevention, Medical errors, United Kingdom. National Patient Safety Agency

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Preparing and supporting patients undergoing a bronchoscopy

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This article examines the role of the nurse supporting patients undergoing a fiberoptic bronchoscopy to inspect the airway. Topics include patient information and consent, care during the procedure, and complications of bronchoscopy.

Nursing, Informed consent (Medical law), Informed consent

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The role of the nurse bronchoscopist

Article Abstract:

This article examines training programs to teach respiratory nurses about using fiber-optic bronchoscopy to diagnose respiratory diseases. A comprehensive training program for nurses providing this service is detailed.

Personnel administration, Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners, Offices of health practitioners, not elsewhere classified, Nurses, Practice, Training

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