Among the confusing rules for sepsis abstractions, is the one regarding which lactate is the initial lactate collected when multiple lactates are drawn. Additionally, clarification has been received from Qnet regarding differences in wording between the related data elements. For abstraction, arterial and venous lactate levels may be used. Point of care lactate can be used. For purposes of the measure the initial lactate is not…
The Oncology Nursing Society’s publication ONS Connect recently published an article titled, “ACOS Updates Standards for Breast Cancer Program Accreditation.” This informative article outlines provisions for education resources, defining leadership titles, and clarifying survivorship care plan compliance as well as modifications to the standards that will go into effect in 2017. Click here to read the article.
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Have you been wondering why some of your team members seem more motivated than others? Do some work with a sense of accomplishment and excited about their career while others seems to be just following the procedures? We have found an article by Manny Rodrguez, MS, bSci21 Contributing Writer that describes the differences in generations and their approach to work values, leadership styles, communication and job…
