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Agitation Podcast Series Episode 5: Management of the child with mental health problems who is boarded in the ED

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Pediatrics October 2020; 146 (4): e20201174. 2020-1174 AAP-AACAP-CHA Declaration of a National Emergency in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Jennifer A. Boarding of Mentally Ill Patients in Emergency Departments: American Psychiatric Association Resource Document. 2020-030692 Lo CB, Bridge JA, Shi J, Ludwig L, Stanley RM.

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Improving Care for Patients with a Non-English Language Preference (NELP)

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13 Interventions may include: Ascertaining a patient’s preferred language early in the clinical encounter (during registration, for instance), and clearly documenting this preference in a place that is visible to all providers. Utilizing certified interpreters and documenting their use. Educating patients on their rights.

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Tips for Real-Time Information Sharing with Patients

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2 Information blocking is any practice that is “likely to interfere with access, exchange, or use of [EHI].” 3 These regulations have led to widespread practices of EHI, such as test results and clinical documentation, being shared with patients in real time. Code of federal regulations eCFR website. 1033, section 4004.

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A Safety Solution for Emergency Department Staff and Patients

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5 Hospitals commonly activate a “code” in response to agitated patients, alerting security personnel to the location of that patient. From the law enforcement perspective, hospital policies regarding behavioral codes were “vague” and the same patients are often seen multiple times with similar behavioral crises, he noted in an interview.

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PEM Currents – Agitation in Children – Episode 5: The Boarded ED Patient

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ED Best Practices Optimizing the Environment Separate area from main ED is possible that has less distractions, loud noises. Pediatrics October 2020; 146 (4): e20201174. 2020-1174 AAP-AACAP-CHA Declaration of a National Emergency in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Jennifer A. 2020 Jun;145(6):e20191536.

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SheMD Interview Series: Questions You Should NOT Be Asked

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Some of the interview information may not be relevant during the 2020-2021 & 2021-2022 academic years. And if you worry about reporting a program because of retaliation, document all of it and submit after match or anonymously. Best Practices for Conducting Residency Program Interviews. Sources: 1.

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Caring for Patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in the Emergency Department: A Problem-Based Approach

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Below are key considerations based on current best practices. These documents should be reviewed promptly upon presentation, as they often contain critical information about the patient’s DNR status, preferred ventilation strategies, and other key management instructions. 2020 Jun 5;15(1):141. Orphanet J Rare Dis.