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Does ED Visitor Arrive With a Gun and a Carry Permit?
Policy needed to determine next step.
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Legal Risks Are ‘Huge’ if Violence Occurs in ED
“Even meek people can be dangerous,” says one expert.
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What Are Legal Considerations if ED Security Guards Are Armed?
Should ED security be armed with guns, Tasers, or pepper spray?
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ED Staff in Crossfire of Violence Can Lead to Negligence Claims
Assaults occur disproportionately in EDs.
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Can Plaintiff Attorney Convince Jury That ED Security Was Poorly Trained?
Training gaps might become obvious at deposition.
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Expect Excessive Force Allegations if Security Harms ED Patient
ED restraint policies will undergo ‘a great deal of scrutiny.’
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Adult Vaccination Update for Emergency Physicians
We present this discussion of adult immunizations so that you will be prepared to respond to questions and concerns as the concept of ED vaccination evolves.
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Emergency Medicine Stakeholders Voice Priorities for Healthcare Reform, Urge Individual Clinicians to Get Involved
With the Affordable Care Act under fire, both physicians and nurses want to preserve access, but they’re over high deductibles and narrow networks.
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In Search of Effective Solutions to Curb Workplace Violence
Investigators note that a unit-based, worksite intervention requires few resources, but there must be a database and a uniform reporting system to drive improvements.
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EDs Report Strong Surges in Flu-related Volume, Straining Capacity in Some Regions
Hospitals that see high numbers of older, complex patients experience added challenges.