From operating on the wrong body part to the wrong patient, there are certain mistakes that medical professionals, along with members of the general public, agree should never happen. Unbelievably, such never events do occur with a 2013 study indicating that one out of every 12,000 U.S. patients who undergoes surgery will be the victim of an inexcusable medical error.
Why we should all be concerned about the U.S. nursing shortage
Every day in hospitals around Wilmington and throughout the country, nurses are on the front lines of patient care. During their education to become healthcare professionals, nurses are trained in how to help treat, diagnose, assist and care for patients. Much of a nurse's training and experience, however, are gained on the job as nurses comfort scared patients, help educate patients about health risks and hold the hands of dying patients.
