The purpose of this article is to explore the dynamics of root cause analysis (RCA) and the applicability of the '5W+1H' (what, why, when where, who, how) technique, which is used by many managers in understanding a problem to define the root cause. The 5W+1H methodology is ...
Although we do not like to think of any child being ill and needing hospital care, parents are wise to prepare their children for such an event. Preparation should help to put into perspective fear and 'bad stories' often connected with hospital admission. Learning about hospitals and becoming...
X-Rays and scans (relevant to your stay) Patient’s own medications (tablets & inhalers) Insurance Card (if you are paying via insurance) Children can bring their favourite toy or blanket Your reading glasses or your hearing aid Mobile Phone, tablet or reading books ...
so many parents don’t plan for it. The rates are generally low because a child’slife insurance policyis used to cover funeral costs and little else. When it comes to covering children, a “term” policy that lasts until they are self-sufficient is the most popular choice...
Planning for appointments Waiting times can vary at clinics, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead, especially if you have young children with you. Here are some tips to make things easier: Write down any questions or concerns ahead of time so you don’t forget to ask ...
If you already have children, discuss the new arrival of your baby with older siblings. Help them understand what to expect, encourage excitement and discuss changes they should expect in the household. Additionally, arrange child care ahead of time for siblings during your hospital stay. ...
Noticing unique differences in children is challenging for most parents. It’s common for parents to wonder if a behavior is just quirky or if there’s more to what they’re seeing, asking themselves, “Is this normal? Or not?”
Preparing for pregnancy means getting yourself as healthy as possible physically and mentally. If you know you'd like to become pregnant, things like scheduling a preconception visit with your provider, eating well, and starting prenatal vitamins are all good things to do. Medically revie...
To contain the COVID-19 pandemic, governments introduced strict Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions (NPI) that restricted movement, public gatherings, national and international travel, and shut down large parts of the economy. Yet, the impact of the enforc
You can use this as a way to supplement breastfeeding, or as a replacement. This can mean you’ll have to stay in the hospital for a little longer than anticipated, as they will want to make sure your baby will be able to feed properly before sending you home....