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Archive > October, 2007 Vol. VIII, No. 10

Medical Malpractice

7 Tips to Prevent a Medical Malpractice Suit

Melissa Irons, RN, BSN, CNOR, CLNC

I've put together seven tips to help you prevent a medical malpractice mishap. As with anything, to avoid a suit trust your gut and listen to your instincts.

1. Practice safe and quality patient care. You have a legal and moral obligation to offer your patient the highest standard of treatment from the moment of contact. If you adopt the mindset that each patient deserves the same quality of care you'd desire for a loved one, chances are you'll take every precaution to prevent careless mistakes.

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