System Failures and Medical Malpractice – Imagine: A critical care manager accepting a supposedly experienced nurse’s description of her experience and knowledge base gained out an out of state hospital. A critical care manager that supports nurses thinking that they do not need close observation while being precepted. A hospital that has, on staff, surgeons […]
Category archives for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
The literature differs on the prevalence of complications post coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG). These complications include: Wound infection and bleeding Reactions to anesthesia Fever Pain Stroke, myocardial infarction, or even death Some patients develop a fever associated with chest pain, irritability, and decreased appetite. This is due to inflammation involving the lung and heart sac. […]