Commentary

How to stop judging others critically

I looked up the definition of “judgment” after writing my last column and I probably should have clarified the difference better between good judgment and poor or bad judgment. Merriam-Webster defines “judgment” as “an opinion or decision that is based on careful thought. The act or process of forming an opinion or making a decision after careful thought. The act of judging something or someone.

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Automated Medication Reconciliation, Part 1 of 4

SETMA’s Medication Reconciliation Tutorial is online at www.setma.com/epm-tools/medication-reconciliation-tutorial. This is important because the most critical function in medical record keeping is the maintenance of and access to an accurate, valid list of the medications a person is taking.

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Renter causing fire could be held responsible for the entire building

Q. I recently had a small fire in my apartment. I think it was caused by the new clothes dryer I had installed. The landlord collected for the damage to his building from his insurance company. Now the insurance company is coming after me for $60,000 because of a clause in my lease. This fire was not my fault. How can I be sued?

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Judging others

One of the questions I get most often has to do with judging others for their actions, or lack thereof. Some people enjoy judging and really could make a good living out of it if they chose to do so in the legal field, but that would take more education, more discipline and more hard work. It is far easier to just sit back in a recliner or rocker and take on the world and let everyone who will listen know what others should do about their sorry lives. I am amazed at what ticks some folks off and how little it takes to get them ranting and raving for days.

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Healthcare address from Dec. 2, 1971, Part 3

The context of my visit with the Lamar pre-professional students included my discussion of the OSR and the AAMC. My relationship with the founding dean of the University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio is part of that context.

(Author’s Note: This letter was sent to the founding dean of the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio School of Medicine upon the occasion of the Dedication on Feb. 17 of the Dr. and Mrs. James L. Holly Auditorium)

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Buick's stylish Encore

Buick’s Encore continues to draw new customers to the brand, attracted by the small crossover’s unique package of luxury features and efficiency. Its lineup grows this year with the new Encore Sport Touring, which features an all-new 1.4L turbo engine along with unique exterior cues.

With a starting MSRP of $24,065, the 2016 Encore is offered in five trim levels: Encore, Encore Convenience, Encore Sport Touring, Encore Leather and Encore Premium. All models offer room for five and up to 48.4 cubic feet (with rear seats folded) of storage space.

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Pet of the week: Paul

My name is Paul. I’m around 2-3 years young and I weigh 26 pounds. I am very sweet and very playful, so I need someone to play with me! I love running around in the yard and playing with toys. I’m good on a leash and sure would love to go on walks with you by my side. I also like to play with other dogs but like to be introduced slowly and get to know them with you by my side. If you are interested in adopting me, please come down to BAS and meet me. If you call for information, reference system No. 25340.

 

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Landlord not responsible for theft

Q. I gave proper notice to end my lease and started moving out a week before it ended. I moved almost all of my belongings into my new apartment and was living there, but I accidently left a jewelry box in my former apartment. When I went back to retrieve it, it was gone. I still had my key and three days remaining on my lease. Is my landlord responsible for the theft?

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Why are people mean to each other?

Brenda Cannon Henley, Senio Correspondent to The Examiner

I have a dear friend (well, actually, more than one) who sometimes loses his objectivity and becomes downright mean to those around him. More often than not, he will be mean, excessively so, to one person for a week or two, and then completely switch his allegiance and turn on someone new within his circle. And believe me, after watching this trait demonstrated on several occasions, I can find no fault with the one that is chosen for that particular week. He or she will not have done anything demonstrating ill will, unkindness, or evil toward this person.

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Infiniti’s elegant QX80

The Infiniti QX80 offers premium style yet is capable of transporting up to eight people in spacious elegance.

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