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Author: Amy E. Vinson, MD, FAAP The information provided is for safety-related educational purposes only, and does not constitute medical or legal advice. Individual or group responses are only commentary, provided for purposes of education or discussion, and are neither statements of advice nor the opinions of APSF. It is not the intention of APSF […]
Read MoreAuthor: Adam Rowden MedicalNewsToday Arrhythmia is the medical term for an irregular or abnormal heartbeat. There are many ways to manage arrhythmia, including lifestyle changes and medicines. Some untreated arrhythmias can lead to life threatening complications. Arrhythmia is the term used to describe an irregular or abnormal heartbeat. A person with an arrhythmia might have a […]
Read MoreThis is for our readers who treat pain patients. Author: Michael Walter Cardiovascular Business Daily acetaminophen use may put hypertension patients at a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new analysis published in Circulation.[1] “The significant risks of acetaminophen in overdose are well-known,” wrote first author Iain M. MacIntyre, PhD, a specialist with National Health Service […]
Read MoreAuthor: Jeffrey Feldman, MD, MSE Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation In Response to: Thermal Injury After Use of a Convective Warming System Convection warmers are a well-established therapeutic adjunct in the operating room, helping to maintain normothermia safely for millions of patients every year. These devices increase body temperature by transferring heat to the skin where it […]
Read MoreAuthors: Luke S. Janik, MD; Ryan Lewandowski, SRNA Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation SUMMARY:We present two cases of thermal injuries resulting from use of a convection warming system. In both cases, the “Over Temperature” audible and visual alarms did not activate. In one of the cases, the air manifold piece was inadvertently missing. We ask the […]
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