Barcode Medication Scanners Identified as Key Safeguard in ICU Near-Miss Events
A study of 288 critical care incidents found barcode scanning technology and nurse intervention frequently stopped potential patient harm before it occurred.
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What Not to Miss at the 2026 AAMI eXchange
From a new dental pavilion to a repair-a-thon for global health, here are five can’t-miss stops heading to Denver this May.
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Joint Commission Partners With STS and ACC on Outcomes-Based Cardiac Certification
The new certification will use existing clinical registry data from STS and ACC to measure patient outcomes while reducing reporting burden for hospitals.
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Why Avionics Technicians Are Well Suited for HTM Careers
Technical training in avionics—ranging from electronics troubleshooting to safety protocols—aligns closely with the skills required to maintain medical devices in hospitals.
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Joint Commission to Align Sentinel Events List With NQF Serious Reportable Events
The change, effective in 2027, is intended to simplify patient safety reporting and reduce administrative burden for healthcare organizations.
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