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Feature Article: Play it safe with Bar Code Medication Administration

Designed and used correctly, bar code medication administration (BCMA) can improve patient safety by reducing errors. But it offers this benefit only if used properly. Taking shortcuts or creating workarounds to save time or fix glitches in the system isn't only unsafe for patients, but may also expose you to serious legal consequences.

Feature Article: Create a Culture of Accountability

Advanced practice nurses (APNs) are constantly looking for ways to improve the quality of service they provide to meet the demands of the public and close quality gaps in healthcare systems. The key to providing high-quality care is starting with a culture of accountability, which can help reduce the overuse, misuse, and underuse of resources; increase use of clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice; improve patient care outcomes; and ultimately create a continuous learning organization.

• Legally, when can you say "No"
• Playing it safe with social media
• RN Claims Study: Reduce your liability risk

• Legally, when can you say "No"
• Playing it safe with social media
• NSO Executive receives highest ACNP recognition
• Announcement: Update to Nurse Practitioner Claims Study