The National Patient Safety Goals are set by the Joint Commission (TJC), an independent nonprofit organization that accredits healthcare organizations in the United States. The Joint Commission NPSG’s goals are designed to address specific areas of concern within healthcare and improve patient safety. The NPSG’s are developed using information about emerging patient safety issues from […]
Embracing Evidence-Based Practice: The Staff Nurse’s Role in Advancing Quality Care Evidence-based practice (EBP) has become a cornerstone of modern healthcare, driving improvements in patient outcomes and the overall quality of care. As the largest group of healthcare professionals, nurses play a pivotal role in implementing EBP within healthcare organizations. This paper examines the contributions […]
Special Considerations Related to Prescribing for Children and Adolescents Intervention One of the common and effective drugs for children with schizophrenia or childhood-onset schizophrenia spectrum disorders is Aripiprazole (Abilify). This medication is often chosen due to its relatively favorable side effect profile compared to other antipsychotics. The FDA approves aripiprazole (Abilify) to treat childhood schizophrenia […]
