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Feature Article:   Coping with Understaffing in a Public Crisis

Existing shortages are only part of the challenge of maintaining adequate staffing. There are many others. For example, a pandemic flu outbreak is a real possibility; such an outbreak could sicken as much as one-third of the workforce. Natural disasters are another potential threat. So are terrorist attacks, civil unrest, or explosions.

Other Articles:

• How to Avoid Professional Liability Claims
• Thinking about Retiring or Taking a Leave of Absence?
• Move Beyond that Mistake
• Document Defensively: Here's How

Feature Article:   New Directions in Care Bring Added Risk

PTs have always advocated general physical fitness for their patients. But that interest is becoming more focused, with increased emphasis on fitness programs for patients with chronic, disabling conditions and those at risk for such disorders.

Other Articles:

• Was this therapist negligent?
• Reducing your risk begins with hello
• How to Avoid Professional Liability Claims

Feature Article:   Rise to the Challenge of Medicare Part D

"Challenging" is a polite way of describing the practical implications of Medicare Part D. Although the drug coverage component has received the most attention, Part D includes numerous other provisions for drug utilization, quality assurance, and Medication Therapy Management (MTM) programs.

Other Articles:

• Child dies from fentanyl overdose
• How to Avoid Professional Liability Claims
• Handle Controlled Substances with Care

Feature Article:   How to Terminate the Noncompliant Client

Counseling is a collaborative relationship in which counselors work with clients to find solutions and achieve life goals-the client's goals. Sometimes, though, problems aren't getting solved, the client isn't following the treatment plan, and the counselor is feeling frustrated. What then?

Other Articles:

• Did Counselor Cause Divorce?
• Do's and Don'ts of Group Therapy