Lists improve the readability of legal nurse consulting report. They make it easy to cluster information together in a format that can be quickly scanned. Lists are useful for breaking up a long sentence into a more reader friendly format. They break up the style and flow of a report and create a more interesting […]
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Are you aware of sunk costs? Sunk costs are costs that have already been incurred. They consist of money you have spent on marketing, letterhead, advertising, website design or on legal nurse consulting education. When we spend money for any of these things we become invested in the outcome. We want the investment to pay […]
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Have you ever tried to interpret a 911 call? Interpretation of recorded 911 calls can be very challenging even for those who use two-way communications on a daily basis. Here’s how to give your attorney client some guidance about these calls. Format of 911 call All 911 calls are recorded by magnetic tape, compact disc, […]
Read MoreHaving articles published is a definite boost to a legal nurse consultant’s career. Get your first article published to stimulate your writing career and establish more credibility with your clients. My first article published after graduate school The following information is my story of how I got involved in writing. I always enjoyed reading books […]
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The 911 System Did you ever wonder what happens when someone calls 911? Initial communication made via a cell phone by dialing “911” typically does not route directly to the local dispatch agency. Instead, the caller is routed to either the state police or regional dispatch center. The person answering the call, usually the dispatcher, […]
Read MoreMedical records have varied uses. LNCs are familiar with their role in evaluating liability, causation and/or damages. There are 10 other uses. Various state and federal laws require that certain events, such as births and deaths, as well as certain diseases, be reported to public health agencies. Written medical record information facilitates compliance with these […]
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I came across the 10 Social Media Best Practices by ASNE. I’ve modified them for legal nurse consultants. Traditional ethics rules apply in social media best practices Do not share information about cases that are in suit or have a confidentiality agreement in place about the verdict. In some cases, neither the amount nor the […]
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Have you ever wondered how you can get hidden sources of information about a motor vehicle accident, particularly when there is a question of when it happened? Here’s a proven fact: you can and should work with the attorney to determine timing of the event. Secret sources of information about a motor vehicle accident 1. […]
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The medical record serves many purposes, including its role in evaluating a potential or actual case. Medical Records – top uses 1. Written documentation provides historical data that could be used for diagnosing the patient’s current medical episode as well as future medical events. Accurate medical information about previous health conditions, allergies, treatments, and outcomes […]
Read MoreThese are the top 7 benefits of being published. 1. Publications add value to your career. They may influence a hiring or promotion decision. Employees who write a chapter in a contributed book may be accorded increased recognition and stature in the company. 2. Publications that are well done establish your credibility. You may become […]
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