ED Management – June 1, 2016
June 1, 2016
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Targeting Common Pain Syndromes With Non-Opioid Alternatives
It takes a hospital to prevent acute pain from becoming chronic.
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New Tool Improves Processes, Streamlines Operations
A one-page aid facilitates shared decision-making, improves patient knowledge, and leads to more efficient use of resources in low-risk chest pain patients.
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Advance Care Planning With and Without an Annual Wellness Visit
If performed and documented appropriately, advance care planning can now be billed by the emergency provider in addition to an evaluation and management level.
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Tackling Disrespectful, Unprofessional Provider Behaviors
A systematic approach requires careful planning, the ability to track and measure outcomes, and high-level support.
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Top Patient Safety Risks Include Health IT Issues, Patient ID Errors
Failure to embrace a safety culture is listed as number 10 on this year’s list of the top 10 patient safety concerns for healthcare organizations.