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Values-based practice - Using the book, He Died Waiting, as a learning tool

Learning Social Worker

Evidences: PCF - 1 (professionalism) , 2 (values and ethics), and 7 (skills and interventions). What are the benefits to the patient/service-user and professionals of recording the positive aspects of someone’s life? Evidences: PCF - 7 (skills and interventions). How did the patient/service-user feel about your action?

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Reducing Maternal Mortality: Will the ‘Birthing-Friendly’ Hospital Designation Help?

Relias

The new measures included the Birthing-Friendly hospital designation to help reduce maternal mortality and morbidity. It can occur with or without previous mental health factors, such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse, or domestic risks. Sadly, U.S. rates are continuing to rise. What is the Birthing-Friendly designation?

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When Risks Collide: Maternal Mortality and Mental Health

Relias

Lora Sparkman, MHA, RN, BSN, Partner, Patient Safety and Quality at ReliasAlarmingly, the maternal mortality rate in the U.S. Hospitals and health systems have targeted their approaches to these issues and others to help reduce complications through adherence to evidence-based clinical protocols and reducing variation in care.