HCM 337 DB 2 (1)

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The first rule I followed to offer examples based on my experiences was to practice within the realm of your knowledge and ability. Working within your area of expertise is important for an assortment of reasons. To begin with, it protects your patients and gives them the best care possible. Working outside of your field of expertise may result in malpractice, blunders, problems, and negative consequences. The major reasons I agree are that performing within your scope and ability is critical for the patient's and your safety, and maintaining a high standard of care. An example based on my experience as I was walking the floors of the hospital, I observed a nurse straining to implant an IV in a patient's arm she wanted to see If I could do it, but I only conduct venipunctures for the Laboratory so I assisted by calling her colleague nurses to aid because this task is outside my scope and training. I would be breaking the regulations by executing and handling the IV equipment because I had not received any training for this, especially on a patient. Capabilities, in this case, include assisting the nurse in obtaining any necessary materials, such as tape, gauze, or other medical supplies. What is your response to being asked to do something beyond your area of practice? First, don't be scared to say no. Nobody expects you to be comfortable or familiar with work outside of your usual field of practice. As always in medicine, be careful and honest, and don't try what you can't do. The next important topic is to follow all legal requirements and keep an understanding of healthcare legislation and regulations. When unsafe practices jeopardize public health goals, healthcare institutions and clinicians may be held liable for any ensuing harm. Laws specify whether violations in patient safety can result in legal ramifications for persons and institutions. Established standards and regulations can help to reduce communication breakdowns and human mistakes in medical choices. Awareness of regulations may assist health administrators and medical professionals in providing the greatest care to patients while utilizing their experience to create safe and high standards. [ www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Health law is essential for ensuring the safety and quality of medical care while also protecting the rights and interests of all in the healthcare system. As the sector evolves, rules play an important role in tackling new issues and trends. I strongly agree the two topics will improve the development of strong provider-patient interactions while maintaining a high standard of care.
References Judson, Karen. Law & Ethics for Health Professions. Available from: Colorado Technical University (CTU), (9th Edition). McGraw-Hill Higher Education (US), 2020. Ramanathan, T. (2020). Law as a tool to promote healthcare safety . Clinical governance. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4741097/#:~:text=Where%20unsafe %20practices%20compromise%20public,consequences%20for%20individuals%20and %20institutions.
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