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Patient Deterioration – Emergency Department

Key Words Emergency Room, Patient Deterioration, Acute Care, System Failure, Triage Assessment, Communication Abstract A patient sustained permanent neurological damage following…
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Privilege

Overview of Issue In the aftermath of a critical incident or service of a Statement of Claim, staff are often anxious about providing information for fear of adverse consequences. Some…
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Preparing Staff to Give Evidence

Overview of Issue The experience of being questioned or being asked to provide evidence for medico/legal and professional regulatory body proceedings can be unnerving for anyone, often…
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HIROC Claims Management

Overview of Issue Risk managers, or the person responsible for claims management in a healthcare organization, are able to manage liability, crime and/or commercial (such as property,…
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Overview of Medical Malpractice Actions

Overview of Issue The prospect of being involved in a medical malpractice lawsuit can create significant anxiety for healthcare providers and organizations. This Risk Note provides a…
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Video or Closed Circuit TV CCTV Surveillance

Overview of Issue Video or closed circuit television (CCTV) surveillance is used for crime prevention/detection, public safety and to enhance the protection and security of occupants or…
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