Patient Safety in Interventional Pain Procedures
The objective of this article was to present a systematic review of the safety issues encountered in interventional pain management. Patient safety is an important consideration in the practice of…
Safety Considerations During Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
As more and more patients with cardiac and pulmonary diseases are living longer lives, the need for cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation continues to grow. The goal of this article is to provide…
Patient Safety in Cancer Rehabilitation
Cancer patients receive rehabilitation services in acute hospitalizations, rehabilitation wards, outpatient rehabilitation facilities, and home settings. Given the complexity and acuity of their medical care coupled with the long-term effects…
Safety Concerns and Multidisciplinary Management of the Dysphagic Patient
The interdisciplinary health care team is responsible for providing medical care based on a patient-centered model while maintaining professional and ethical standards. However, an emerging body of research suggests that…
Patient Safety in the Rehabilitation of Children with Spinal Cord Injuries, Spina Bifida, Neuromuscular Disorders, and Amputations
Pediatric patient safety continues to challenge both pediatricians and pediatric physiatrists. While there is a trend toward developing general patient safety initiatives, there is little research on pediatric patient safety….
Patient Safety in the Rehabilitation of Children with Traumatic Brain Injury and Cerebral Palsy
With the advent of newer and better therapies available, patient safety is emerging as a new topic. Pediatric patient safety is relatively new, in that there are few guidelines available….
Patient Safety in the Rehabilitation of the Adult with an Amputation
This article reviews and summarizes the literature on patient safety issues in the rehabilitation of adults with an amputation. Safety issues in the following areas are discussed; the prosthesis, falls,…
Patient Safety in the Rehabilitation of the Adult with a Spinal Cord Injury
There are approximately 12,000 new cases of traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) annually. In 2010, there were approximately 265,000 individuals living with SCI. Over time, the average age of people…
Patient Safety in Rehabilitation Medicine: Traumatic Brain Injury
This article describes patient safety after traumatic brain injury (TBI). Patient safety in rehabilitation after TBI is important. Thorough assessment on initial evaluation, vigilance for medical and procedural errors, appropriate…
Safety Considerations for Patients with Communication Disorders in Rehabilitation Medicine Settings
Communication barriers can pose a significant safety risk for patients. Individuals in a communication-vulnerable state are commonly seen in rehabilitation settings. These patients cannot adequately communicate their symptoms, wants, and…
