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Hospital rapid response teams need training

(HealthDay)—While hospital rapid response teams are effective in managing patients at risk or in crisis, team members need teamwork and good communication, according to a study published in the May issue ...

Other created May 11, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Survey: 69 percent of US primary care doctors now have electronic medical records

Two-thirds (69%) of U.S. primary care physicians reported using electronic medical records (EMRs) in 2012, up from less than half (46%) in 2009, according to findings from the 2012 Commonwealth Fund International Health Policy ...

Health created Nov 15, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Work is more fun if the character fits the bill

Anyone who can apply his or her personal character strengths in his or her career experiences more enjoyment, flow and meaning at work. These people are also more satisfied with their job and perceive it more as a calling. ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Oct 02, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

How much is too much? UT expert offers tips on kids' extracurricular activities

Involving children in extracurricular activities builds greater self-esteem and leadership skills. Children learn teamwork, do better in school, and stay healthier.

Psychology & Psychiatry created Sep 03, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study links teamwork, communication with quality of nursing home care

Nursing homes that foster an environment in which workers feel they are valued contributors to a team of caregivers provide better care to their residents. That is the conclusion of a study out this month in the journal Health Se ...

Health created Jun 07, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Auto industry lean techniques boost morale and teamwork in the operating room

For a year and a half, the University of Michigan Health System turned one of its head and neck surgery practices into a laboratory.

Surgery created May 29, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Personalized interventions work best for people with multiple, chronic illnesses

People with multiple chronic medical conditions are helped by medical interventions that target personal risk factors and/or their ability to perform daily activities. Interventions aimed at general case management ...

Health created Apr 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Mumbai hospital review highlights challenges posed by a major terrorist attack

Meticulous forward planning, effective casualty assessment by a senior surgeon and efficient teamwork by medical and administrative staff are essential when handling injuries sustained in major terrorist incidents.

Other created Feb 01, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Does team training save lives? A new science gives it a rigorous evaluation

Whether the task is flying a plane, fighting a battle, or caring for a patient, good teamwork is crucial to getting it done right. That's why team-building and training courses are big business in the U.S., and have been ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Dec 16, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0