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EPISODE · Sep 14, 2025 · 29 MIN

HNTKYP: Stoping others from killing the patient

from How Not to Kill Your Patient · host Kevin McFarlane & Dr. Lisa Wolf

What happens when you're not the one about to make the mistake, but you're see someone about to make an error?  In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Lisa Wolf tackle one of the toughest ethical and professional dilemmas in healthcare: how to intervene when a colleague is on the verge of harming a patient. From quiet cues to full-on halts, theydive into the art of the interruption.  You'll also hear why modeling behavior matters, how burnout can blind providers, and why letting a mistake slide is more than just dangerous, it's bullying. If you've ever asked yourself, "How do I say something without causing a scene?" this one's for you. Key Takeaways: Your first loyalty is to the patient There's an art to interrupting mistakes Focus fatigue and burnout cause errors If you don't stop it, you're complicit Modeling matters Letting someone fail is a form of bullying Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Art-of-Emergency-Nursing-276898616569046/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTnz4phtCTjojTIDJo2afA?view_as=subscriber  Twitter: @AoenPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofemergencynursing/  To support the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews greatly contribute to the success of the podcast, and I appreciate each and every one of them. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your preferred podcast platform to never miss an episode. Thank you for being a part of our AOEN community!

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