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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You’ve probably heard that many small businesses fail, right? Are you worried that yours will be one? Discover Card conducted an independent survey to shed light on the characteristics of the 22 million small business owners in the United States. The number one trait common to small business owners? “Independence is their prime motivation.” Studies […]
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Should you get a certification or a certificate as a legal nurse consultant? They are different! One of my colleagues Carol Alvin prepared this guest post. There are many different types of educations available for nurses who are interested in pursuing a career as a Legal Nurse Consultant. There are online courses, a university based […]
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Healthcare providers used to freely prescribe Vancomycin to treat infections. This intravenously administered drug is powerful, but stimulated a generation of bacteria that is resistant to its use. Vancomycin is often used to treat organisms that are resistant to other antibiotics. The available treatment options are reduced if resistance develops. Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus was first detected […]
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What are the criteria for being a successful LNC? Is there a secret in terms of who succeeds? Characteristics of a successful LNC The average LNC will be a nurse with a minimum of five, preferably more, years of clinical experience in the hospital/OR/ICU/CCU or nurse case manager arena. This nurse is intelligent, competent, independent, […]
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