As a nurse or doctor, it’s important to know how to position your patient before their operation. A successful procedure relies on a position that’s comfortable for the patient and accessible for the doctor. To determine the best position for your patient, you must first consider the type of operation, how long it will take, what kind of IV access…
The ability to communicate effectively with patients is a necessary part of any medical career. When it comes to bad news, however, talking with your patient becomes harder than ever. No one enjoys delivering negative information, but these conversations are often an unavoidable part of patient care. While these moments are never easy, there are ways to handle them with…
Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are the two most common types of vertebral augmentation procedures. These operations serve to treat vertebral compression fractures, therefore relieving back pain and preventing further collapse. Both vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are minimally invasive procedures that involve stabilizing the spinal column by inserting cement into the fractured vertebra. However, there are a few differences that distinguish the two…
Everyone who visits your facility should leave with the certainty that they just received the best care possible. Patient satisfaction does more than just improve someone’s experience; it also helps build effective patient-doctor relationships and ensure patients are comfortable returning to your facility for future care. Improving patient satisfaction rates will look different for every medical facility. It might involve…
If you suspect your patient is suffering from a heart condition, there are a few tests you can run to further identify the problem. These tests will help you locate and examine various symptoms, allowing you to make a proper diagnosis and get your patient the specific treatment they need. In addition to any of these tests, you will also…
There’s no understating the value of a mammography screening. These tests are an invaluable tool in identifying breast cancer and saving lives, yet many women are still hesitant to attend their annual screenings. It falls on doctors to help educate and communicate the importance of an annual mammography. By addressing patient fears and concerns, you can create better awareness of…
Every procedure, no matter how big or small, requires good communication and care for your patients. By sharing knowledge, answering questions, and taking the right steps to prepare for the procedure, you help your patients achieve better results and smoother recovery periods. While venous ablation is a relatively common and safe procedure, it’s still important to help your patients feel…
Even those who don’t suffer from anxiety can get a little nervous in a doctor’s office. The stark environment, unknown details about procedures, and anticipation about test results all work to put patients on edge. Medical professionals have a responsibility to not only care for their patients but to also make them as comfortable as possible throughout their visits. If…
One of the most crucial steps of any surgical procedure is preventing infections. To help prevent surgical site infections, medical personnel must carefully create and enforce a sterile field around the patient. This sterile field requires constant vigilance to keep out microorganisms that could contaminate the patient, doctors, or equipment. Refresh your knowledge on OR cleanliness and best practices with…
Pain has a way of taking over an individual’s life. If a patient suffers from severe or chronic pain, their symptoms can grow until they intrude upon everyday activities and functions. Pain management procedures allow you to help your patients regain and maintain comfortable, independent lifestyles. Of course, many patients balk at the idea of an operation—even relatively fast and…