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Patients Want Access to Around-the-Clock Emergency Care, Expect to See Qualified Pros
New poll reveals value of community medicine but also uncovers some gaps in staffing.
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Pediatric Malaria
Malaria is present in all continents except Antarctica and has led to significant human illness and death. Children account for the majority of malaria deaths globally, making malaria a significant contributor to childhood mortality worldwide. Malaria is a mandatory consideration for children with fever who are returned travelers, since the disease process can lead to significant mortality and rapid clinical decline. The authors provide an update and current state of care for malaria in the pediatric population. -
Throat Infections Part II: Deadly, Must-not-Miss, Pediatric Throat Infections
Although less frequent than the conditions discussed in part I, recognition of the critical, life-threatening throat infections is essential. Ill-appearing pediatric patients with a change in voice or stridor should prompt a rapid and thorough evaluation to ensure expedited management. This article reviews the critical, must-not-miss etiologies of a sore throat.
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Analysis: Residents Vulnerable to Physical, Verbal Assault
In one emergency department, more than three-quarters of all healthcare workers said they experienced a violent assault in the prior 12 months. -
TJC Updates Workplace Violence Prevention Standards
As of Jan. 1, 2022, accredited facilities must educate, train, monitor, and assess more often. -
CDC Report Highlights Ongoing Youth Mental Health Struggles
Agency notes rising number of related emergency department visits for suspected suicide attempts between early 2019 and early 2021. -
Truth in Healthcare Advertising: What's In a Name?
Controversy emerges over recent change from “physician assistant” to “physician associate.” -
TJC Offers Tips to Boost Smart Infusion Pump Safety
Smart infusion pumps are nearly ubiquitous in acute care settings across the country today, representing a big step forward in infusion safety. However, errors still can occur. The Joint Commission notes errors usually are attributable to a combination of human and technical risk factors. -
Treat Comorbid Substance Use with Motivational Interviewing, Navigational Assistance
Research has shown a highly personalized intervention designed for hospitalized patients with comorbid substance use problems can significantly reduce subsequent readmissions and ED visits. -
Feds Ease X-Waiver Training Requirements, Emergency Providers Advocate Further Action
In the continuing tussle over whether providers should have to obtain an X-waiver to prescribe buprenorphine, the Biden administration has staked out some middle ground, at least for now.