hospital safety

Pennsylvania nurse pleads guilty to killing patients with lethal doses of insulin

As I sit here and read about the Pennsylvania nurse who pleaded guilty to killing patients with lethal doses of insulin, I am filled with a range of emotions. The idea that someone in a position of trust could abuse that power to end lives is truly chilling. It’s a reminder of the vulnerability we face when we are at our most fragile, in a hospital or nursing home, relying on the care and expertise of medical professionals.

The fact that this nurse was able to harm so many patients, with seemingly no one noticing or intervening, is deeply troubling. It raises questions about the safeguards in place within healthcare facilities, and the need for stricter monitoring and oversight.… Continue reading