Medical Record Analysis: A Guide for Attorneys by Expert LNCs (Medical Records Analysis Book 1)

Have you, as an attorney, ever groaned in despair at the sight of a towering heap of medical records? Savvy attorneys rely on the expertise of legal nurse consultants.Now, with Medical Record Analysis: A Guide for Attorneys by Expert LNCs, you will have access to the collective analytical skills of LNCs specializing in a range of experience—including breaches of standard of care that don’t always show up in the medical records.The authors of this book are experienced clinicians and legal nurse consultants who unlock tips for analyzing medical records for a broad array of issues.Our authors work in various capacities – as expert witnesses, behind-the-scenes consultants, life care planners, risk managers, mediators, and quality assurance nurses.The chapters in this book, all written by legal nurse consultants, contain clear language, are illustrated by case studies, and are designed to make the information memorable and easily understandable.Chapter titles include:Peering Behind the DrapesBeyond the Medical Records: Additional Sources of EvidenceMedical Malpractice in Unskilled Home Care: What's Happening When You are not WatchingHow Safe is Anesthesia?Communication Failures In the Critical care SettingCancer Chemotherapy MalpracticeNursing Malpractice: SepsisNever Events- Then and NowHow to Access Your Medical Records Once You Receive ThemAnd other subjects vital for every LNC and attorney needs to understand.Medical Record Analysis: A Guide for Attorneys by Expert LNCs is unique in its in-depth approach to medical records analysis.When you read this book, you'll understand more about some of the clinical issues that drive liability. This knowledge will help you when you apply the concepts to analyzing cases. Read more