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Patient-Centered Care: The New Definition of Case Management? - Page 3 of 3 :: Dorland Health

Patient-Centered Care: The New Definition of Case Management? - Page 3 of 3 :: Dorland Health | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
Patient-centered case management is more than a phrase that is gaining popularity across health and human services. It is a philosophy whose time has come.
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The role of the case manager is being redefined as patient care continues to evolve.  With more patient centered care, the case managers role will be based upon good outcomes.

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This article is good for understanding the importance of the patient in all case management

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Parks Medical-Legal News:: Medical Errors In The Hospital Setting

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A good presentation on the issues in medicial malpractice and what causes most of the issues with patients.  Legal Nurse consultants will find many of their cases dealing with the issues found in this presentation.

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Taking vaccine-related injuries to court : Nursing2013

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Good documentation is key for any professional, especially in the legal nursing field.  Legal nurses need to be organized and prepared if they are to be successful.

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Legal Issues a Nurse Can FaceAIHCP Health Care Blog

Legal Issues a Nurse Can FaceAIHCP Health Care Blog | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
This article while aimed at legal nurse consultants is more a general article based for all nurses and an understanding of some legal responsibilities
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A good article for legal nurses and nurses alike who need to know legal duties in nursing. 

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A look at the requirements to be a legal nurse. Although not required to be certified, it is highly recommended especially  if seeking employment.  If you are interested, please review our program in Legal Nurse Consulting.

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What Type of Case Dominates Medical Malpractice Payouts?

What Type of Case Dominates Medical Malpractice Payouts? | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
Most People Think of Surgical Errors or Birth Injuries, But Think Again.
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Wondering what types of medical malpractice cases dominate payouts?   Legal nursing has shown that diagnostic errors are the highest.   For more on this legal nurse consulting study please check out this article.

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Medical Malpractice Lawsuits and Tolling

Medical Malpractice Lawsuits and Tolling | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
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This is a good article that focuses on Medical Malpractice cases and the issue of statute of limitations. It discusses tolling. Tolling is an extension of the statute of limitations in some medical malpractice cases. Each state may differ in relation to tolling. This is a good review for the legal nurse consultant in practice today. While attorney's decide issues of statute of limitations, it is still good for legal nurses to understand this legal concept. If you would like information on legal nurse consulting, you can visit our page at: legal nurse #legalnurseconsultant #legalnurse

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The Elements of Nursing Malpractice

The Elements of Nursing Malpractice | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
While the economic downturn has brought a cold front to most industries, it seems to be fueling the fire of litigation. A recent study from the international law firm Fulbright & Jaworski concluded that 52...
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Some important guidelines in the intial processes of a malpractice case that legal nurses should know from either side of the court room.

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Surgical Malpractice Contributes up to 50% of Medical Negligence Payouts

Surgical Malpractice Contributes up to 50% of Medical Negligence Payouts | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
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An amazing number and chance for legal nurses to help contribute to the justice these patients deserve. Surgery is always a risk but unneeded damage is unacceptable.

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Taking vaccine-related injuries to court : Nursing2013

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Flu cases and vaccination's malpractice?  Is there any credence for legal action?  Legal nursing could play a role in such cases

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3 Powerful Natural Remedies for ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

3 Powerful Natural Remedies for ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
Never before in the history have we labeled so many children with a mental disorder. Just this month the 1 in 5 U.S. children have a mental disorder,that’s 20%
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Are you looking for help with ADHD?   Here is a list of 3 natural remedies for ADHD.    These ADHD treatments do not use ADHD drugs.   

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Legal Nurse Consultant

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It sounded so easy. On the strength of an opinion piece about the nursing shortage I wrote for the Dallas Morning News, an attorney contacted me in the spring of 2002.“I’d like to send you...
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A good story of a nurse who entered the legal nurse profession and her story about her climb.  If you are interested in learning more, please review our program.

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Don't Delay When You Suffer From A Personal Injury-Steps in an AccidentAIHCP Health Care Blog

Don't Delay When You Suffer From A Personal Injury-Steps in an AccidentAIHCP Health Care Blog | Legal Nurse Consultant | Scoop.it
This article talks about legal nurse role in handling malpractice and the steps to take in an accident to ensure you are treated justly if hurt
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This article looks at steps in an acident and how you need to be prepared for possible legal action if hurt.  Legal Nurse Consulting

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