The humble intravenous pole or IV pole, one of the most basic, uncomplicated pieces of medical equipment in the healthcare setting is also one of the most useful and important. These unassuming stands are deceptively simple. There are, in fact, several types of IV poles as well as an array of available features and accessories.
It's a fact, by 2025 the nursing shortage in the US is expected to reach 260,0001.
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The stigma related to mental health is waning thanks to the tireless efforts of people working to bring awareness and understanding to the subject.
Healthcare is becoming increasingly holistic in its approach to wellness and is focusing on the relationship of mental health to physical health.
Imagine administering anesthesia medications only to have the patient vomit immediately after losing consciousness. Now imagine instinctively reaching for the suction equipment normally stored in an anesthesia cart only to find an empty space where the device should be.
A fictional scenario…. No. A preventable scenario… Yes!
Twenty-four patients. Four Nurses. Oh, and one nurse is on day three of twelve-hour shifts. Another is on their second shift of the day.
The scene has been set for nursing staff, some already feeling exhausted, to skip breaks in favor of prioritizing caring for patients.
Well-designedmedical carts are invaluable assets for hospitals, clinics, and physician offices. Regardless of the type or purpose of the cart, immediately accessible supplies facilitate efficiency and by extension advance patient care.
Did you know, it has been proven that just two minutes of UV-C cleaning in addition to manual cleaning, even with chemical cleaners, can reduce a bacterial load by 70% 1?
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There’s a reason why ambulatory surgical centers (ASC) have a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.22% between 2023 and 2030 1. Actually, there are three reasons:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days, including healthcare. With a projected thirteen million shortfall of nurses by 20301 the timing could not be better for advances of AI in healthcare.
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