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Can Florida Nursing Homes Use Physical Restraints On Residents?
Physical abuse in nursing homes is illegal and intolerable, but it is important to understand that misconduct can come in forms you may not expect. One of the most heartbreaking types of mistreatment is improper use of restraints, such as ties around the wrists or ankles. Florida law imposes very specific requirements for use… Read More »
What Parents Need To Know About NICA Compensation After A Birth Injury
OB/GYNs and other physicians involved with pregnancy and birth are hit with some of the highest rates of medical malpractice claims in all of medicine. To ease the financial burden on health care providers and the insurers that provide them with malpractice coverage, lawmakers enacted the Florida Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Plan in 1988…. Read More »
What Does “Informed Consent” Mean Under Florida Medical Malpractice Laws?
Florida health care provider, you have probably encountered an informed consent situation. The term refers to the requirements a physician must meet before delivering care, as well as communicating the implications of treatment in a way the patient will understand. When handled appropriately, a doctor may not be liable for certain outcomes under the… Read More »
Top Medical Conditions Misdiagnosed In Florida ERs
Misdiagnosis is often referred to as the “blind spot” of the medical field, akin to when motorists do not see an obstacle because they just did not look hard enough. The comparison might be a stretch, but eliminating diagnostic errors remains one of the most important imperatives in medicine. In hospital emergency departments, the… Read More »
How Florida Health Care Providers Treat Three Types Of Heart Attacks
You are right to be concerned if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, or other classic symptoms of heart attack, and you know the importance of getting medical attention right away. Upon arrival, you can expect health care providers to conduct a thorough physical exam, along with various diagnostic screenings to assess your… Read More »
How To Report A Quality Of Care Violation In A Nursing Home In Florida
We rely on nursing homes to care for our most vulnerable loved ones. Sadly, in far too many cases, nursing homes fail to live up to their basic responsibilities. According to data cited by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), approximately 1 in 5 nursing homes nationwide were cited for serious quality violations in 2015…. Read More »
How Florida Health Care Providers Defend Failure To Diagnose Cancer Claims
It is certainly concerning that cancer remains the second leading cause of death in the US, falling behind heart disease and just ahead of personal injury accidents. However, other statistics from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are encouraging. The number of individuals who died because of cancer and complications has… Read More »
Who Is Entitled To Compensation When Someone Dies Due To Medical Malpractice?
Medical negligence by a Florida health care provider can have devastating consequences for a patient, but malpractice may be fatal in the most tragic situations. Some studies have even suggested that misdiagnosis, medication errors, surgical mistakes, and related misconduct comprise the third leading cause of death in the US. For surviving family members, the… Read More »
Comparing Judgment Errors To Negligence In A Florida Medical Malpractice Case
Many individuals have a basic understanding of how a typical Florida medical malpractice claim arises. A patient is under the care of a physician, who makes a mistake with treatment or assessment of a medical condition. The victim suffers considerable losses, for which he or she should be entitled to compensation. Unfortunately, medical malpractice… Read More »
Medical Conditions That Increase Stroke Risk
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries blood to the brain is blocked or bursts, resulting in an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke respectively. Without essential oxygen, nerve cells in the brain suffer trauma or permanent damage. The part of the body which is controlled by the affected region of the brain cannot… Read More »
Hospital Acquired Infections At Florida Facilities Put Patients At Risk
Whether you are hospitalized for an emergency injury, elective surgery, or other medical need, you expect that quality patient care will improve your health. It can be devastating to contract an infection because the hospital fails to meet appropriate standards for cleanliness and sanitation, but statistics show that these incidents are common. The US… Read More »
Do Florida Parents Have Rights When Their Teen’s Suicide Was Preventable?
The relationship between a patient and mental health professional is one of the most intensely personal in all of medicine, so it is not surprising that the implications of psychiatric malpractice can be devastating. For parents of troubled teens, the outlook is especially concerning. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), suicide is the… Read More »
How Overworking And Understaffing Increases Nursing Errors In Florida Hospitals
Nurses play a critical role in a hospital, handling numerous, varied aspects of treatment and management to support quality patient care. Disruptions can lead to serious harm, which is why many in the medical field have expressed concerns about the implications of COVID-19. However, survey results gathered before the pandemic indicate that there have… Read More »
3 Things You Did Not Know About Anesthesia Awareness
Anesthesia is required for many different surgeries, and the vast majority of the 51 million inpatient procedures conducted in the US every year go off without a hitch. Rarely does a patient ever wake up during a procedure and it is even more uncommon for individuals to remember what transpired during a moment of… Read More »
Extreme Dangers Of Thyroid-Related Misdiagnosis
The butterfly-shaped gland known as the thyroid handles functions within the human body that might surprise you given its seemingly diminutive stature. This gland is responsible for ensuring many important organs work, including the brain, liver, heart, skin, and kidneys. As a result, when you experience issues with your thyroid, other implications will inevitably… Read More »