Protocol Nonadherence Leads to Premature Patient Death
A physician and nurse were sued after a patient’s death – a lawsuit which might have been avoided if they followed their hospital’s chest pain protocol.
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Missed Cues Lead to Abrupt Death
Physician assistant fails to recognize patient’s risk for sudden cardiac arrest.
Did Director Improperly Pressure Nurse to Release Patient Records?
This case illustrates the importance of avoiding shortcuts, following procedures, treating fellow employees as you would wish to be treated.
Nurse Sues Over Sexual Harassment
Nurse in surgical unit quits after years of sexual harassment by supervisor.
Hospital Liable When Patient Is Discharged Prematurely With Poor Instructions
Hospital is sued following the discharge of a patient with a growing hematoma.
Cannabis Use Leads to Nursing Student’s Dismissal
A nursing student sues for disability discrimination after being terminated for medical marijuana use.
Nurse Sues for Retaliation After FMLA Claim
This month’s Legal Advisor column looks at the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) as it relates to COVID-19.
Bankruptcy Can’t Shield Physician’s Debt to Nurse Practitioner
A nurse practitioner sues her former boss for defamation and wins, only to have him declare bankruptcy.
Social Media Posts Become Part of Suit
A court rules that some social media posts by a nurse practitioner are acceptable as evidence.
Respiratory Distress in Young Girl
During the 2 hours that the patient had been in the emergency department, she was examined by a physician once, 30 minutes after her arrival.
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