Trained not to kill

Article Abstract:

The article examines the need to improve training for nurses to use medical equipment and devices expertly and safely. Discussion also includes risk management, potential for litigation, and the length of time nurses would have to spend away from patients in order to receive proper training.

Personnel administration, Management, Training, Medical care, Medical care quality, Company business management

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How to use medical devices safely

Article Abstract:

The United Kingdom's Medical Devices Agency said that there were 7,249 adverse incident reports last year. These came about due to medical device malfunctions. Nurses must take great care in regularly checking devices before using them on patients.

General services, Safety and security measures, Reports, Medical equipment and supplies industry, Medical equipment industry, Patients, United Kingdom. Medical Devices Agency

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Safety tips

Article Abstract:

Checklists to assist nurses to utilize medical equipment are provided.

Facilities & equipment, Hospitals, Equipment and supplies, Cover Story, Practice

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