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CRICO funded a program to develop and spread Ambulatory Safety Nets for four cancers (colorectal, breast, lung, and prostate), as well as mental health issues. Many of the issues are related to gaps in communication. ASNs are built to mitigate problems caused by these gaps.

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Clinical Case Studies

CRICO’s clinical case studies are based on actual medical professional liability claims. Our patient safety experts dig into what went wrong, what went right, and what clinicians can learn from the past for a safer future.

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A Failure to Document Patient’s Refusal

Add a patient’s refusal of cancer screening, risks related to the refusal, and alternatives offered to the EHR.

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Fatal Consequences of Inadequate Triage in the ED

The failure to appropriately assess and triage a patient with syncope in the emergency department (ED) led to the patient’s death.

Related To: Claims, Emergency Medicine, Nursing

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Inappropriate Anesthesia Administration Results in Severe Consequences

The administration of fentanyl and propofol without appropriate assessment, resources, and a defined airway led to a patient’s death.

Related To: Claims, Communication, EHR, Medication

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Missed Lung Nodule Results in Fatal Diagnosis

A 40-year-old presented to a clinic after a motor vehicle accident. A chest X-ray showed fractured ribs and clear lungs. Two months later, the patient returned due to ongoing left upper chest pain and was examined by a nurse practitioner (NP) who noted that the patient was experiencing ongoing rib pain and ordered a chest CT.

Related To: Claims, Communication, Diagnosis, Nursing

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