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Effective Communication with Patients and Families Training

American Medical Compliance

By understanding the difference between useful and useless communication, healthcare providers can foster stronger connections with patients and families, ultimately leading to better care experiences and improved health outcomes. These skills improve outcomes and build patient trust.

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The Role of Technology in Advancing Healthcare Equity 

American Medical Compliance

As healthcare providers, organizations, and policymakers increasingly recognize the persistent disparities in health outcomes across different populations, technology is emerging as a powerful tool to bridge these gaps. If these technologies are trained on biased data, they can perpetuate or even exacerbate existing inequities.

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Nurses as Key Players in Telehealth

Daily Nurse

Nurses must know and comply with HIPAA, information security, and confidentiality. The greatest award of working in telehealth is helping the patient achieve the best health outcomes while minimizing barriers to accessing healthcare,” says Arends.

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Avoiding the Landmines on the Path to HealthTech Innovation

Healthcare Law Insights blog

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the national standard for protecting patient health information. Those interested in the realm of AI in healthcare must understand that AI systems considered medical devices may require premarket notification or approval.

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How to Maintain Professional Boundaries in Nursing

Premier Medical Staffing

When a vulnerable patient is subjected to unlawful actions by nurses including: inappropriate touch, battery, or HIPAA violations, it can cause or exacerbate medical trauma. In addition, inappropriate nurse-patient interactions can cause potential lasting trauma to the patient.

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How to Maintain Professional Boundaries in Nursing

Premier Medical Staffing

When a vulnerable patient is subjected to unlawful actions by nurses including: inappropriate touch, battery, or HIPAA violations, it can cause or exacerbate medical trauma. In addition, inappropriate nurse-patient interactions can cause potential lasting trauma to the patient.

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Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks for Charge Nurses

Every Nurse

By making ethical decisions that prioritize honesty, integrity, and transparency, nurses can establish strong relationships with patients and their families, which can lead to better health outcomes. Confidentiality and Privacy Patient data must be kept confidential to maintain ethical standards.