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Medication errors can occur in various forms, such as prescribing the wrong medication, dispensing the wrong dose, or administering a drug at the incorrect time. Understanding the causes of these errors can help patients protect themselves from the serious impact of...
Patients place immense trust in their medical team when undergoing surgery, expecting competent care and diligent supervision. Still, situations can arise where an attending physician fails to adequately supervise residents in surgery, potentially leading to medical...
Patient abandonment is a serious kind of medical malpractice that happens when a healthcare professional ends the doctor-patient relationship without reasonable notice or a suitable alternative for care. This abrupt termination of care can lead to the worsening of the...
Spinal cord injuries are among the most feared injuries people can develop. The average person cannot imagine living their life without full control of their body. A spinal cord injury disrupts the brain's ability to communicate with the body below the injury site. A...
Ever since medical professionals and industrial facilities have begun using antibiotics and a widespread basis, tiny organisms that cause disease have begun changing in response. For example, there have been records of methicillin-resistant streptococcus aureus (MRSA)...
There are both federal and Rhode Island state laws that limit the practice of medicine to competent, ethical individuals who have appropriate education and state licensing. Not only does a medical doctor need to attend medical school, but they have to maintain a...
A care plan – also known as an advance healthcare directive – discusses what someone expects from medical professionals in the event of an emergency. Crafting an advance medical directive is often a key step in the estate planning process. People can leave very...
Birth injuries are some of the most traumatic medical experiences possible. Instead of a healthy delivery, parents may have to come to terms with unexpected medical issues for their child. Women can also suffer poor medical outcomes during labor and delivery....
Medical professionals, especially those that work in hospital settings, are often highly aware of how drug addiction and alcoholism can both lead to major medical issues. While you might imagine that the combination of their medical training and their hands-on...
Those who stay at a hospital or a similar facility for medical care expect that staff members will provide them with proper support. Unfortunately, neglect in modern hospitals, rehabilitation facilities and nursing homes is a significant issue. Chronic understaffing...