Artificial intelligence (AI) permeates all aspects of life, though it often goes unrecognized and misunderstood by those who use it daily. Due to various methods of development and variant subspecialties, AI has eluded a uniform definition primarily because AI is…

Dr. Stephanie J. McClellan, DNP, MBA, RN, CMSRN, NE-BCAs I began to write this last column as the President of the Delaware Nurses Association, I am beyond grateful. When I was notified in late 2021 that I had been elected…

Greetings, Delaware Nurses! As Guest Editor for this edition of the DNA Reporter, I am honored to serve once again. Understanding the legal and ethical dimensions of our work remains paramount, and I trust you found the articles in last…

Introduction Terminating a patient-provider relationship involves several legal considerations, and as a result, some Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) often question if they should maintain or terminate a patient relationship. Fortunately, terminating the patient-provider relationship is a rare occurrence. Grossier…

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) play a crucial role in the healthcare system, providing high-quality anesthesia care to patients across various settings. However, like any specialized profession, CRNAs face unique legal challenges in the United States (U.S.). From licensure issues…

Advances in technology have transformed healthcare delivery. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the utilization of telehealth expanded, providing critical access to primary care and specialty providers. Telehealth is “… the exchange of medical information from one site to another through electronic…

Social Security remains a critical component of most American’s retirement plans and questions persist around its long-term solvency. While the number of Social Security beneficiaries is expected to continuously grow over the next decade, payments into the program via payroll…