Clinical decision making can be defined as‚ the collection of relevant patient information and accurate assessment‚ which results in an action being taken in the delivery of nursing care to the patient (Clark 1996). This definition is identical to the nursing process as described by (ref ewles & simnett?) however‚ this has been disparaged by some for not being critical in its stages (assesment‚ planning‚ implementation and evaluation) leading to standardized care plans and the reduction in decision
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the implementation of Decision Support System. A Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) is a type of expert system (also commonly referred to as a knowledge-based system) used within a clinical setting to support clinical processes. CDSSs are the result of the research of those within both the medical and computer science fields who had wished to develop artificially intelligent (AI) computer systems that would revolutionize healthcare. Clinical Decision Support Systems are often used with Computerized
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CLINICAL TOXICOLOGY LABORATORY CONSON‚ JULIHRENE MICAR M. November 28‚ 2013 BS PHARMACY 4 CASE NO. 3. Jeh‚ a 21 year old female was brought to the ER in generalized seizures. On query‚ she was found sprawled on the floor‚ unresponsive despite her dorm mate’s efforts to wake her by shaking her and slapping her cheeks. Vomitus and unknown white tablets (INH) were littered around her. It took 15 minutes to reach the ER. During transport‚ aides claimed she went into active seizures twice with
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My topic that I would like to address is clinical alerts. I believe when it comes to patient safety‚ clinical alerts are extremely important. Patient safety alerts are a critical part of our work to quickly alert the healthcare system to dangers and provide guidance on preventing potential incidents that may lead to harm or death. Clinical alarms warn nurses of immediate or potential adverse patient conditions. Alarms on clinical devices are intended to call the attention of caregivers to patient
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Columbia College Clinical Counseling Programs Admissions Essay N. Parks Columbia College As I evaluate my past and look towards my future‚ I realize that I did not choose the counseling field‚ instead it chose me. As a result‚ the experiences that have led me to this career choice have also made me an advocate for U.S. military soldiers suffering from Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)‚ depression‚ sexual assault and suicides/suicides attempts. In addition‚ my reason for
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Researching in nursing plays a vital role in clinical practice and providing patients with evidence based care. While completing the research for this course it has changed my clinical practice in multiple ways. In the beginning of the term‚ this author understood that research played a crucial role in clinical practice. However‚ at the completion of the term this author has a better understanding of the work that is involved in implementing research into practice. As stated in Brown’s (2014) article
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Critical reflection Assignment 2. Critical Reflection (50%) Part A. 1250 words Due date: Monday 14 October 2013 (hand in during tutorial) References- a minimum of 7 current and relevant references required and used within the critical reflection to support discussion. Three of these references need to be recent peer reviewed journal articles outlining research in this area. Task: Students are to critically reflect on the professional responsibilities of managers and leaders in early
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Clinical Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist Clinical laboratory assistants (CLA) perform the important functions of laboratory work under the supervision of other laboratory professionals. Clinical Lab Assistant can work in a different kind of facilities‚ like a hospital laboratories‚ doctor’s office‚ vet office‚ he Can work in a medical center like UW Medicine which is one of the oldest state supported institution of higher education and is one of the leading research healthcare in the world. Clinical
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In the context of professional practices reflection is defined as the examination of personal thoughts and actions (David‚ 2004). In this essay I am reflecting on an incident that happened in my earlier years of working as a professional nurse. The incident I am sharing and the subsequent learning I have gained by reflecting it helped me in the later years of my nursing career. During my career as a professional nurse I have worked in several hospitals also attended several cases and those provided
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Reflective Essay This essay will look at reflection on a critical incident that has promoted a positive outcome. It is not a very major incident but it stands out as it has a potential for learning. This essay will identify and explain Johns’ (1994) model of reflection and explain what reflection is and why reflective practice is necessary and how it can be used. Schone (1983) recommended reflection on critical incidence as a valuable term‚ sited in Ghaye and Lillyman (1997) a critical incident
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