Same-Day Surgery – July 1, 2008
July 1, 2008
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What are your options when patients show up without an escort to drive?
An outpatient surgery patient shows up without an escort to drive him home. Despite the nurse's insistence, the patient indicates he doesn't have anyone who can escort him. -
Two cases show dangers when patients drive home
Two cases from the Canadian Medical Protective Association, a mutual defense organization for 95% of Canadian physicians, illustrate the danger of patients driving home after ambulatory surgery -
Hospitals fighting back while ASCs struggle
I've been in the business of surgery for the past 24 years. Years before that, I was in a clinical role in the OR. I try to stay ahead of the curve; that's my job. Trends are developing out there that you need to be aware of in your workplace. -
Make your web site accessible for elderly
Outpatient surgery providers are increasingly using web pages as a means to educate patients; however, how should you design and organize your web page so that it is accessible and easily navigated by older patients? Consider these suggestions from Kay Ball, RN, MSA, CNOR, FAAN, perioperative consultant and educator for K&D Medical in Lewis Center, OH: -
Institute for QI releases benchmarks
The AAAAHC Institute for Quality Improvement (IQI) has released the clinical versions of three benchmarking study reports: cataract extraction with lens insertion, colonoscopy, and knee arthro-scopy with meniscectomy. -
SDS Accreditation Update: Surgery managers must prepare for changes to Joint Commission leadership standards
Ambulatory surgery managers in hospitals, surgery centers, and offices face new requirements in 2009 under a revised chapter of leadership standards from The Joint Commission (TJC). -
SDS Accreditation Update: Some changes are for hospitals only
Under new leadership standards from The Joint Commission (TJC) that take affect in 2009, only hospitals will be required to focus on conflict that may affect safety and quality. -
SDS Accreditation Update: Patient flow getting increased scrutiny
Scheduling issues with the operating room. Your facility failing to grow in response to the needs of the community.