7 Top Noncompliance Medication Management Issues | Surgical Site Surveillance in Ambulatory Settings | Joint Comm Standards FAQ on Texting Orders | 'Hand Hygiene for Healthcare Workers' Brochure

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News & Analysis

Nov. 29, 2011

1. 7 Top Noncompliance Issues in Medication Management.

2. Surgical Site Surveillance in Ambulatory Settings.

3. Joint Commission Publishes New Standards FAQ About Texting Orders.

4. Patient Safety Tool: 'Hand Hygiene for Healthcare Workers' Brochure From APIC.

5. Two Days Until Free Upcoming Webinar: "Electronic Health Records: Understanding the Opportunities for Your ASC" (Thurs., Dec. 1; 1:15-2:15 CST). Register today!

6. CDC Offers Free Online Training Module for Waived Testing.

7. Nurse Accused of Giving Patient Paralytic Instead of Antacid at Miami Hospital.

8. New Pillow May Help Reduce Hospital-Acquired Infections.

9. Patient Education Tool: Toolkit for Making Written Material Clear and Effective From CMS.

10. AAAHC Accreditation Changes to Only 3-Year Term or Denial.

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