In the world of healthcare, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients is paramount. One of the key aspects of patient care involves pain management.
Recently a Surgeon General Advisory called attention to the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in our country. U.S. Surgeon General
Prescription drug abuse has become a widespread problem across the United States in recent years. This growing issue has led to increased scrutiny of healthcare
During the past few years, the opioid epidemic has been the most significant healthcare crisis in America. Addiction to prescription opioids and other opioids dramatically
Properly executed witnessing can be tough to achieve, and hospitals may face challenges when ensuring this process. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of diligent waste witnessing in mitigating drug diversion and the measures healthcare facilities can take to implement these practices successfully.
Medication administration policies are in place to ensure that patients receive the right medication, at the right time, and in the right dose. Failure to follow these policies can have serious consequences for the patient.
You believe you’ve just seen a case of suspected diversion, but you stay silent. Why? The reasons are common: It’s true, the reasons behind the
In a previous blog, I talked about involving the Infection Preventionist in diversion of injectable medications because of their expertise in disease transmission and the
As healthcare professionals tasked with ensuring patient safety and maintaining the integrity of our institutions, we often encounter cases of suspected drug diversion that aren’t
In the healthcare sector, maintaining patient safety while respecting employee privacy is a delicate balance, especially when it comes to managing professionals with a history
In healthcare, where every penny counts, investing in a diversion mitigation and monitoring program might seem like a non-essential expense. Yet, neglecting this crucial program
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