ED Management – January 1, 2016

January 1, 2016

• Fighting and Beating Sepsis Mortality Rates

  Lower ICU thresholds, earlier identification, and decreased times-to-treatment are fueling better outcomes.

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• Mobile stroke units bring treatment to patients, potentially improving long-term outcomes

  Following Germany’s lead, mobile stroke units have been deployed at medical centers in Ohio, Texas, and, soon, Colorado.

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• TJC praises top hospitals in annual report

  Accrediting agency announces plans to put ‘top performers’ program on hiatus for one year, teases new focus on electronic clinical quality measures.

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• Nursing salary hikes remain modest despite labor shortages and looming demographic shifts

  Strong demand for emergency physicians continues to push compensation levels higher.

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