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Upsells in Healthcare: Ethical, Legal, Risky?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Promoting unnecessary services solely for financial gain may be considered fraudulent. Be clear in your documentation. Some explicitly prohibit financial incentives tied to healthcare decisions. Whats the Risk? Are you wondering if upsells and cross-sells are risky? Some may think so. If appropriate, suggest alternatives.

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Reducing Legal Risks Through Proper Injury Reporting 

American Medical Compliance

Proper injury reporting protects patients, supports a safe workplace, and shields healthcare providers from potential legal issues that may arise due to negligence or lack of documentation. Scenario-based training adds real-world relevance.

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The Role of Reporting in Combatting Nursing Home Abuse 

American Medical Compliance

Documentation : Detailed documentation is crucial. Encouraging a Speak-Up Culture : Facilities should promote an environment where employees feel safe reporting concerns without fear of retaliation. This may involve moving the resident to a safer location or contacting emergency services.

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Preventing Resident-to-Resident Aggression Through Staff Training 

American Medical Compliance

Clear Reporting Procedures Staff should know how to document and report incidents of aggression properly. Team Collaboration Promoting teamwork among staff members allows for better coordination and communication. Promote opportunities for residents to express themselves in a safe and supportive environment.

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Nursing Care Plan: Guide with Example & Writing Tips

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A nursing care plan documents how to identify a patients needs and facilitate holistic care, typically according to a five-step framework. The purpose of a nursing care plan is to document the patients needs and wants, as well as the nursing interventions or implementations planned to meet these needs.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Prescription for America – Choose Community

The Relentless School Nurse

Quantifying Impact Implement robust data collection and analysis practices to document intervention outcomes. Consider establishing a school wellness committee or organizing health-focused events that promote community participation and shared purpose.

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Marketing Smart: Is Your Advertising FTC Compliant?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

The FTC has guidelines on ethically managing social media marketing, including the requirement that any promotional content is identified as such. Make sure you have signed permission and documentation on file. Social Media and Online Marketing Many Nurse Practitioners market their services on social media and online platforms.