Publications & Resources

Proper Use of Non-Opioid Alternatives Can Effectively Manage Post-Surgical Pain

New research indicates there are not significant differences in clinical outcomes or overall experiences between post-surgical patients who receive narcotics and those treated with over-the-counter NSAIDs.

How to Address EHR Alert Fatigue

Recent analysis indicates physicians are experiencing EHR alert fatigue, which can harm patient care. Health systems can adopt strategies to ensure patient safety, while optimizing use of the technology.

Strategies to Mitigate Telehealth Security Threats

Telehealth use requires health systems to ensure existing policies and procedures protect patient health information and privacy.

Experts Caution Against Opioid Issuance for Long-COVID

A troubling percentage of long-COVID patients are using opioids to address the scope of symptoms that can cripple one’s health for months after a diagnosis.

How to Address Pandemic-Related Patient Safety Threats

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Patient Safety Network’s annual perspective summarizes COVID-19’s impact on patient safety and strategies for addressing these evolving challenges.

ECRI Publishes Top Patient Safety Issues for 2021

ECRI’s 2021 list of patient safety concerns can help health systems effectively identify, prioritize and respond to patient safety threats.

Tips to Strengthen IoMT Security at Hospitals and Health Networks

Vulnerabilities related to the pandemic are amplifying the threat of cyberattacks on health networks. Understanding key IoMT-associated risks can help mitigate risk and minimize the potential scope of damage.

Individualized Opioid Interventions Can Reduce Use After Surgery

Experts say patient-centric opioid intervention before discharge from the hospital can cut overall opioid intake, while still ensuring a patient is satisfied and their pain is properly managed.

ISMP Publishes Top Medication Errors and Hazards for 2021

ISMP says common medication mishaps can be prevented with proper attention and prioritization that results in system and practice changes.

Assessing Patient Readiness for Elective Surgery Following COVID-19

Guidance published by Oregon Health & Science University scientists outlines a preoperative protocol for surgical care teams to evaluate the readiness of previously COVID-positive patients for elective procedures.