Tag Archives: patient advocacy

Pain During Biopsy – Patient Advocacy

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Pat Iyer

You find out you have a lump in your breast and need a biopsy. Your surgeon performs the procedure when you are completely awake. You cry and beg for pain medication to take away the pain. The surgeon ignores you. … Continue reading →

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How to Have a Stress Free Holiday

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Although any holiday can become a time and stress management challenge, even the busiest person can create a stress free holiday feeling with a little forethought, flexibility and creativity. Here are four ideas that can help. 1. Start with the … Continue reading →

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Patient advocacy: Why Nurses Don’t Always Protect You

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Tragedy into policy: A quantitative study of nurses’ attitudes toward patient advocacy activities As many as 115 patients may have contracted hepatitis as a result of the reuse of single use items in two clinics in Nevada. The 2008 investigation … Continue reading →

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Doctors, Are You Listening to Your Patients? Communication From the Patient’s Perspective Part 4

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Pat Iyer

7. Give me clear instructions. Use language I can understand. Give me my diagnosis; help me understand the treatment plan, and tell me the next steps. If I am receiving drugs known to be at high risk for errors, give … Continue reading →

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Doctors, Are You Listening to Your Patients? Communication From the Patient’s Perspective Part 3

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Pat Iyer

Here’s what doctors need to know – from your perspective, as a patient. Imagine what your health care would be like if all doctors read this article. 5. Give me education. Providing education at appointments and discharge from a healthcare … Continue reading →

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