Monthly Archives: August 2014

Medical Technology Devices and Malpractice

One of the reasons that medical malpractice occurs so frequently is increased reliance on computerized systems, automatic orders, and inadequate training on the proper use of medical technology and devices.   Thankfully, the healthcare industry is starting to take note.  A recent article titled “New Medical Technology Poses Safety Problems if Users not Trained Properly,” […]

What is a fetal heart rate tracing?

What is a fetal heart rate tracing? The goal of fetal heart rate monitoring is to prevent fetal injury that might result from disrupted fetal oxygenation during or prior to labor.  Lack of oxygen to a fetus can cause significant brain damage, resulting in cerebral palsy. Hospitals utilize either external monitoring or internal monitoring to […]