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Penetrating and Blunt Cardiac Trauma
Penetrating and blunt cardiac trauma are serious causes of morbidity and mortality. Presentation for blunt cardiac trauma may be subtle and nonspecific, challenging the clinician to make a timely diagnosis. -
ED Coding Update: Documentation traps in the world of EMRs
So you implemented an EMR product that's supposed to give you everything you need to document your services to Medicare standards. -
EMR use in the ED: Scant data connect EMRs with positive outcomes, but experts advise managers, providers to consider long-term benefits
Few would take issue with the notion that there is vast potential for electronic medical records (EMRs) to improve emergency care and boost efficiency. -
ED Accreditation Update: Strengthened standards on flu vaccinations to pressure hospitals for progress
Despite recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, GA, and many other public health authorities that all health care workers receive flu shots each year, there continues to be considerable resistance among the health care workers themselves. -
ED Accreditation Update: Sentinel Alert sounds the alarm on worker fatigue; hospitals urged to mitigate risks
With hospitals open for business on a 24/7 basis, it can be difficult for physicians, nurses, and allied professionals to get adequate rest as well sufficient time between scheduled shifts. -
A better prediction model for patient surges from influenza? New Internet-based tool shows promise, say researchers
Is there a better way for ED managers to stay on top of flu outbreaks and the corresponding surges in patient volume? -
Telemedicine helps rural EDs access critical neurology expertise for stroke patients
With a national shortage of neurologists, it is impossible for all hospital EDs to have neurology specialty expertise on site whenever patients with symptoms of stroke present for care. -
Upper Airway Obstruction in Pediatrics
Complete upper airway obstruction is a rare complication of disease entities in the pediatric patient population; however, it needs to remain high on the differential diagnosis because it can abruptly become a life or death scenario. Respiratory compromise has long been known to be the leading cause of cardiac arrest in children. -
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News Briefs: Survey: Physicians are worried about the impact of health reform on ED volume