The FDA recently published a draft document. It’s entitled “Insanitary Conditions at Compounding Facilities: Guidance for the Industry.” You may obtain a PDF copy of this guidance document here. This post details steps you should take to ensure an effective sterile compounding evaluation.
Joint Commission Survey Process Changes
The Joint Commission recently announced survey process changes. Here are the key points you need to know.
Read moreDeveloping Healthcare’s Reporting Culture
Arguably the most important article in the December Perspectives discusses developing healthcare’s reporting culture. It’s detailed in Sentinel Event Alert publication #60, Developing a Reporting Culture: Learning from Close Calls and Hazardous Conditions.
As with all TJC Sentinel Event Alerts, read and analyze the advice it contains. Here are the steps you should take.
Pain Management Standards Changes – Home Care, Behavioral Health, & NCC
Perspectives also announced new pain assessment management standards. It covers for home care, behavioral healthcare and nursing care center accreditation. Here’s what you need to know.