True or false: We need to define what are critical values, as well as the time frames for reporting those values to the appropriate caregiver. ...

True or False: Evidence-based medicine should be the basis for all infection control policies and procedures. ...

In 2011, AHAP reported that accreditation professionals and survey coordinators saw a marginal uptick in salaries. After a dismal 2010, 6% fewer professionals received no increase between 2010 and 201...

Q: During our recent survey, the surveyor cited four instances in which the operative notes where not timely, all of which were dictated. How can I clarify this? ...

Test your staff's knowledge of The Joint Commission's rights, ethics, and communication standards. Answers are on p. 12....

In November 2000, the Needlestick Safety and ­Prevention Act (NSPA) was passed by the federal government. The act, which was adopted by OSHA under its Bloodborne Pathogens standard several months ...

The National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF) will soon kick off its annual Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW), which runs March 4-10. ...

AHAP’s first 2012 quarterly networking call on recent survey observations will take place on February 28th at 2 pm EST (1 pm Central, 11 am Pacific)....

By the time the general public hears about an impaired clinician, whether it's a nurse, technician, or physician, it is often too late to head an incident involving that clinician off at the pass-whet...

“C” EPs require a compliance level of _____________. ...