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Name at least three different situations where the use of two patient identifiers is required.
A new study found that improving infection control protocols in intensive care units would have a major impact on reducing healthcare-acquired infections.
After opposition from hospitals and physicians, the CMS has delayed enforcement of its controversial two-midnight rule until October.
The Joint Commission explains how it developed its new National Patient Safety Goal on clinical alarm safety.
The Joint Commission has added new clarifications to storage requirements for medical gas cylinders.
Fill in the blank: Hospitals are required to provide language and _________________ services.
The Joint Commission and the National Quality Forum have announced the 2013 recipients of the John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards.
The Institute for Safe Medication Practices has begun a campaign to increase awareness of medication safety best practices.
True or False: Many patients who have a cardiopulmonary or respiratory event have signs and symptoms that indicate that an arrest could be imminent.
