Category: Emergency Department

Abstract The present project was aimed at the location of an evidence-based solution to a problem of violence and safety issues faced by nurses working in the emergency department. Furthermore, the project was focused on the identification of an effective evidence-based solution strategy for the problem in question, and the establishment of an efficient intervention…

Upper Airway Obstruction The inhaled air enters the person through the nose and mouth and moves to the lungs. The pathway is complex and consists of many airway tubes. Airway obstruction is a hindrance in any part of the air passage. It may partially or fully block the air from reaching the lungs. Even though…

Is the framework clearly identified? The theoretical framework of the study Patient understanding of emergency department discharge instructions: where are knowledge deficits greatest? is not clearly identified. The authors have not included the thesis statement or research problems to support their research study. The fact that they have reviewed related literature in their study, and…

Learning Objectives To discuss the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and differential diagnosis of the disorder (stroke). To delineate the diagnostic criteria and management approaches for the disease. To present the emergency room guideline for relevant treatment of patients diagnosed with a stroke. To present a review of three current research articles supporting the guidelines. Pathophysiology There…

Ranking among the top 10 leading causes of death, suicide is a significant health concern in the US. Research has established that individuals who access Emergency Department EDs present deliberate self-harm symptoms and record the highest rates of suicide. Various literature gives extensive findings on the contributors to the high suicide-risk factors in EDs. Healthcare…

Most of operating rooms (OR) in hospitals have limited capacity and incur huge costs. Improving the turnaround time is one of the most effective strategies that can be adopted to enhance OR capacity and reduce associated costs (Meyer et al., 2004, p.3). Another problem that hospitals grapple with is the waiting time in the emergency…

The modern healthcare sector can be characterized by the increased complexity and developed infrastructure needed to provide care to patients and meet their diverse needs. Because of the difficulty and the growing requirements to the quality, health workers should be ready to cooperate, share experiences, and constantly improve their skills. Nurses also play a critical…

Introduction In the modern world, the development of pressure or decubitus ulcers is among the key skin problems faced by patients in different departments whose opportunities to stay physically active are limited. Many hospitals in the country develop their own guidelines and protocols to avoid PU complications, but their effectiveness remains a critical question. This…

Table of Contents Introduction Short-Term Solutions Long-term Solutions Conclusion References Introduction Most emergency rooms (ERs) in the US are in a quandary. They are witnessing a high number of patients which explains why issues of delays and diversions are more common. According to Moskop et al. (2019), most of the emergency rooms are overloaded beyond…

Table of Contents Introduction Definition Epidemiology Clinical Presentation Complications Diagnosis Conclusion References Introduction It is not a secret that work in emergency departments relates to great responsibility and stresses, which often causes scandals, for example, between the employees of clinics and their patients relatives. To avoid any misunderstanding, it is necessary to provide full protection…