ED Management – April 1, 2014
April 1, 2014
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Unexpected drop-offs in demand in some regions worry ED administrators
Some EDs are noticing unexpected decreases in volume that began in the latter half of 2013. The impact has been particularly evident in the Midwest and Northeast, where there has been record cold weather, but observers are concerned that other factors could be playing a role as well. -
New tools to anticipate disasters, epidemics, flu outbreaks
Researchers at the Johns Hopkins National Center for the Study of Preparedness and Catastrophic Event Response (PACER) in Baltimore, MD, have unveiled three new web-based tools that hospitals, EDs, and public health authorities can use to help them prepare for surges related to disasters, epidemics, and seasonal flu outbreaks. -
Eliminate CLABSIs with prevention bundles, provider feedback
In recent years, intensive care units (ICUs) have made considerable progress in eliminating central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs); however, there is still ample room for improvement on infection-control practices in other settings like the ED, where high volumes, patient acuity, crowding, and other factors can interfere with infection-control practices. -
Americans face ‘an unacceptable level of risk’ from infectious disease
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TJC unveils revised standards for CT, PET, NM, and MRI services
First phase of imaging revisions goes into effect on July 1