Blood clots, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and medical malpractice
DVTs can cause pulmonary embolism after surgery
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Texas registered nurse criminally charged in death of four ICU patients
Prosecutors allege that the Tyler, Texas nurse intentionally caused air embolisms, stroke, and death
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What medical care can physician assistants provide in Texas?
Texas doesn't allow physician assistants to have a totally independent scope of practice
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What medical care can nurse practitioners provide in Texas?
Texas doesn't allow nurse practitioners to have a totally independent scope of practice
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U.S. government joins civil lawsuit over hospital and surgeon's operating room safety issues
False Claims Act lawsuit alleges pattern of major patient safety breaches
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What you should know about pediatric dental anesthesia
Any sedation or anesthesia in a dental office comes with risks
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Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) and surgical risk
American College of Cardiology issues expert guidance on when DOACs should be held before surgery
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COVID-19 hasn't lowered health care standards of care
Pandemic legislation, response leaves standards intact
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Nurse staffing and shortage contribute to medical malpractice
Inadequate nurse staffing by many hospitals and facilities preceded COVID-19
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Nursing patient abandonment under Texas law
Texas nurses have an independent duty to ensure patient safety
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