Emergency rooms around the world are under immense strain. Aging populations, people with multiple health issues, and a lack of staff are just a few of the challenges they face. To tackle these problems, hospitals are turning to technology. One solution gaining traction is the use of digital kiosks. These machines can handle patient check-ins and help with the initia...
In the U. S. , mental health issues account for about 7% of emergency room visits. This is a significant number, highlighting the urgent need for effective mental health care in these settings. Telehealth, or telemedicine, is becoming more common in emergency rooms. It allows doctors to provide mental health care remotely. This is especially useful in rural areas. Th...
Emergency rooms are always busy, and nurses are the ones keeping everything running smoothly. But what happens when the number of nurses changes? Let's talk about some key points. First, let's dive into the big picture. Hospitals are always looking for ways to improve. One way is by changing the number of nurses on duty in the emergency room. This can affect ho...
Shoulder injuries are a big deal in emergency rooms across the US. These injuries are a major reason why people end up in emergency departments (EDs). Imagine this: from 2006 to 2016, a lot of folks walked into EDs with shoulder issues. These injuries can happen in many ways, from sports accidents to just falling down. The goal was to see how these injuries changed o...
Ever wondered how hospitals can run smoothly, especially in busy emergency departments (EDs)? A recent study explored this, focusing on Australian and New Zealand EDs. Researchers looked at how continuous improvement (CI) and clinical practices (CP) affect the performance of these high-stress environments. CI involves always finding ways to do things better. Think o...
You might think that doctors in the emergency department (ED) work independently, but they don't. Their work is influenced by their colleagues. This study looked into how the pace of one doctor can affect the performance of others around them. Imagine you're in the ED, and there are several doctors working together. Each one has their own way of doing things and the...
As the opioid crisis continues to ravage communities across the country, North Idaho College is hosting a critical event to tackle the escalating threat of fentanyl in the region. Titled "Community Conversations: The Escalating Threat of Fentanyl in North Idaho Part II," this forum aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of fentanyl on the local healthca...