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Preoperative Testing Unnecessary for Low-Risk Surgical Procedures
Old habits are hard to break. -
Researchers, Leaders Offer Ideas on Improving Perioperative Nursing Pipeline
There are several ways to improve the education-to-workforce nursing pipeline, including creating perioperative electives and perioperative preceptorships. These efforts might prevent anticipated shortages caused by an aging workforce on the brink of retirement. -
COVID-19 Pandemic Exacerbated Perioperative Nursing Shortage
Replacing perioperative nurses is especially challenging because few nursing programs offer designated curricula on this area. -
FBI Says ‘Conti’ Ransomware Affected 16 U.S. Healthcare and First Responder Networks
Cyberattacks have targeted 911 dispatchers, emergency medical services over the past year. -
Tailoring Opioid Prescriptions to Patients’ Perception of Pain
Customized approach led to better pain management and less waste after surgery.
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CMS Finalizes 2021 Physician Fee Schedule, Tinged with a Bit of Controversy
A budget neutrality provision leads industry groups to cry foul over Medicare cuts.
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July Is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Faced with health disparities and racial inequities, industry calls for focused attention on the mental well-being of communities of color.
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ACS Prepares Surgeons for Resuming Elective Procedures
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many facilities to press pause on regular operations. Now, some are ready to chart a course back toward some sense of normalcy.
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Special Commission to Address U.S. Nursing Home Safety, Quality
CMS establishes independent panel after a wave of COVID-19-related deaths were reported in these care facilities.
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Mental Health Month Observance Carries Extra Weight in COVID-19 Era
The burden of caring for so many ill patients and the challenges of social distancing underscore the importance of self-care.