NQF to Release Updated Safe Practices Implementation Guide
To improve the quality and safety of healthcare in the United States,
the National Quality Forum (NQF) is releasing its updated manual Safe
Practices for Better Healthcare.
Joint Commission Approves Revised Medical Staff Bylaws Standard MS.01.01.01
The Joint Commission announced the approval of revisions to Medical
Staff Standard MS.01.01.01, formerly known as MS.1.20, that is designed
to contribute to patient safety and quality of care through the support
of a well-functioning, positive relationship between a hospital’s
Medical Staff and Governing Body.
FDA Unveils Initiative to Reduce Unnecessary Radiation Exposure from Medical Imaging
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced an initiative to reduce
unnecessary radiation exposure from three types of medical imaging
procedures: computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine studies, and
fluoroscopy.
Joint Commission Alert: Preventing Deaths During, After Pregnancy
Pre-existing medical conditions such as high blood pressure are putting
women at greater risk for death during or shortly after pregnancy,
according to a Joint Commission Sentinel Event Alert recently issued.
Cerner Receives FDA Clearance for Medical Device Connectivity Solution?
Cerner has created the CareAware® device connectivity
architecture to connect medical devices to the EHR, enabling
bi-directional data sharing between medical devices and the patient
record.