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Communication and teamwork are keys to winning a Super Bowl. They are also vital when it comes to providing excellent care in an OR or ASC setting.

A little over a year ago, we were just starting to hear about a new coronavirus dubbed COVID-19. Before the end of March, a worldwide pandemic was declared that we’re still fighting today.

Cleanliness and hygiene are very important in the health care setting – especially in operating rooms and ambulatory surgery centers. In this article, we look at maintaining a clean and sterile OR environment.

Patient falls are dangerous for patients and can lead to extended hospital stays. The financial impact of patient falls is also significant – the cost of these falls averages $30,000 per hospital stay or $50 billion total per year. Experts share tips on how to prevent patient falls.

The World Health Organization (WHO) designated 2020 as “The Year of the Nurse and the Midwife.” This year was chosen to recognize the 200th anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, a visionary nurse and leader from the 19th century who is widely regarded as the founder of modern nursing.

Workplace bullying is a common problem in many organizations today and, unfortunately, the health care setting is no exception.