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Infusion Confusion: A Case of What Happens When Doctor's Orders Go Unnoticed or Unfollowed by Nursing Staff

November 22, 2022 Elisa Collins, NP-CLP Season 1 Episode 9
Infusion Confusion: A Case of What Happens When Doctor's Orders Go Unnoticed or Unfollowed by Nursing Staff
MedMalPodcast.com: Discovering the Needle Series.
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MedMalPodcast.com: Discovering the Needle Series.
Infusion Confusion: A Case of What Happens When Doctor's Orders Go Unnoticed or Unfollowed by Nursing Staff
Nov 22, 2022 Season 1 Episode 9
Elisa Collins, NP-CLP

Heidi Palmquist and I talk about nurses missing important doctors' orders and the critical danger of something as seemingly-harmless as IV fluids to the wrong population. Significant conversation about why behind-the-scenes nurse consultants are necessary in addition to and BEFORE engaging a testifying expert and how this can save you thousands. A veteran LNC of 20+ years, Heidi also gives some tips to new LNCs, including the importance of keeping up on your knowledge of standards of care and continuing education!

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Heidi Palmquist and I talk about nurses missing important doctors' orders and the critical danger of something as seemingly-harmless as IV fluids to the wrong population. Significant conversation about why behind-the-scenes nurse consultants are necessary in addition to and BEFORE engaging a testifying expert and how this can save you thousands. A veteran LNC of 20+ years, Heidi also gives some tips to new LNCs, including the importance of keeping up on your knowledge of standards of care and continuing education!