Comments in chart lead to a lawsuit
A clinician’s opinions about a patient, noted in the patient’s chart, become grounds for charges of defamation.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
A child’s cough: common presentations and causes
Clinicians who recognize various types of pediatric coughs will be better able to identify serious underlying conditions in the young patient.
Does itching indicate healing?
Is there science behind the saying that itching is a sign of healing in burn patients?
Written reminder of risky sex
Providing patients with a copy of their lab reports emphasizes the seriousness of STDs.
Is petroleum jelly toxic?
Petroleum jelly goes through vigorous purification processes to be considered noncarcinogenic.
Subtle signs of a failing heart
Complaints about lack of sleep and postnasal drip may describe worsening heart failure.
BMI as a vital sign
Assessing BMI regularly can help prevent long-term obesity problems.
Activated charcoal for poison control
Activated charcoal is a relatively benign product with a low risk profile.
End-of-life talks in primary care
Health practitioners need to be prepared, and help prepare patients for end-of-life discussions.
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