EM Literature of Note

DECEMBER 4, 2024

But, the net effect becomes – the ED is a focus for patient safety research. In modern parlance, “diagnostic errors” become “missed opportunities for diagnosis” (MODs), and well-meaning researchers are devising further methods to shine bright lights upon our inadequacies.

Emergency Department 92

Emergency Department Stroke Patient Safety Research 92

RebelEM

OCTOBER 30, 2023

This could dilute any beneficial effects seen Lack of blinding may bias results (Although mortality is a solid objective primary outcome, bias may still creep in terms of management) Discussion: Authors were looking for an absolute mortality difference of 7% from baseline mortality of 26% with a 90% power. Cryoprecipitate Group: 25.3%

Administration 128

Administration Blood Transfusions Outcomes Hospitals 128

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

He leads an AI team intending to improve patient outcomes and healthcare system efficiency. Michael has over 15 years of experience building and leading corporate strategies for innovation, social impact, and research and development for various organizations.

Administration 85

Administration Emergency Department Outcomes Patient Safety 85

Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 17, 2024

Nonetheless, research has consistently shown that healthcare environments demonstrate higher-than-average levels of workplace incivility. High levels of incivility correlate with adverse outcomes for patients, staff, and the organisation. staff wellbeing/turnover and patient safety) can boost engagement.

Leadership 105

Leadership Resuscitation Teamwork Patient Safety 105

EMDocs

AUGUST 22, 2024

Certified interpreter use can improve communication and patient outcomes. Improving patient safety systems for patients with limited English proficiency: a guide for hospitals. Rockville: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety.

Documentation/Coding 82

Documentation/Coding Emergency Department Federal Emergency Management Agency Best Practices 82

American Medical Compliance

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

According to the Emergency Care Research Institute, staffing shortages posed the greatest threat to patient safety in 2022. With staffing shortages expected to worsen in the coming years, finding ways to protect patient safety and combat healthcare-associated infections will improve patient health outcomes.

Patient Safety 52

Patient Safety CDC Operations Outcomes 52

EMDocs

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Background and Context Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) is of paramount importance in the emergency department (ED) due to its indispensable role in facilitating precise diagnostic outcomes. Of the 96 patients (22.6%) who received follow-up imaging, NCCT was done in 28/96 and CECT in 22/96 of the patients.

Radiology 74

Radiology Radiology Emergency Department Hospitals 74