Category: Resources
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Beware Sepsis – Think Sepsis
Sepsis continues to be a leading cause of death in the UK and a significant burden on the UK health system. Awareness, knowledge and recognition of the condition is still problematic among many healthcare professionals…
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An Introduction to Confidentiality
Confidentiality is a fundamental principle of medical ethics and is central to the relationship of trust between patients and doctors. Without assurances about confidentiality, patients may be reluctant to seek medical advice and treatment. The…
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The Essentials of Record Keeping
Consistent, current and complete documentation in the medical record is an essential component of quality patient care and a fundamental part of a doctor’s duty. Understanding the principles of record keeping will help you comply…
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Essential Risk Management Strategies for Surgeons
Surgeons face various risks in day-to-day practice. Adverse outcomes related to surgical treatment, diagnosis, and medical treatment can result from a variety of factors, including issues with technical competency, clinical judgement, communication, documentation, and more.…
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Chaperones for Examinations
Doctors should always be aware of maintaining the privacy and dignity of the patient, especially when undertaking physical and intimate examinations. The doctor should consider what each patient may regard as an intimate examination, naturally,…
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Clinical Images: “Be Photo Safe”
The availability of clinical imagery has changed the way healthcare professionals document, discuss and deliver modern healthcare. A clinical image may be a photograph, video or audio recording. There are many benefits in taking clinical…
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Wrong Size/Wrong Site Prosthesis for Joint Replacements
The implantation of an incorrect size or wrong site prosthesis during joint replacement surgery is an avoidable surgical error that may result in significant harm to a patient. Evidence suggests that such incidents continue to…
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Minimise Risks in Hip Replacement Surgery
The demand for hip replacements in the private hospital sector in the UK has surged in the past few years. Laing Buisson, healthcare analysts, recently reported that for the first time since 1948, the private…
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Learning from General Surgical Cases
Background A female patient in her mid-40s underwent a gastric sleeve resection, during which a large hiatal hernia was discovered. The surgeon opted to reduce the hernia at the same time. During the procedure, a…