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Author : Stephanie J. Baker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Hospitals
ISBN : 0984079483
Author : Starter Fire
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2008-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0000517011
Author : Jody Crane MD MBA,Chuck Noon PhD
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781439895382
In a unique and integrated approach, The Definitive Guide to Emergency Department Operational Improvement: Employing Lean Principles with Current ED Best Practices to Create the "No Wait" Department exposes you to the academics behind managing the complex service environment that is the ED. The book combines applied management science and ED experi
Author : Theodore A. Matson,Peggy McNamara
Publisher : Amer Hospital Pub
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1556480881
Author : Thom A. Mayer,Kirk Jensen
Publisher : Fire Starter Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Decision making
ISBN : 0984079467
"Hardwiring Flow: Systems and Processes for Seamless Patient Care, by Drs. Thom Mayer and Kirk Jensen, delves into one of the most critical issues facing healthcare leaders today. Patient flow. Essentially, it means patients spend exactly the right amount of time at every juncture in their journey through an organization--just enough time to maximize their clinical outcomes in the most cost-effective manner"--Publisher's description.
Author : Swaminatha V. Mahadevan,Gus M. Garmel
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2005-05-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521542596
An Introduction to Clinical Emergency Medicine focuses on the skills necessary to provide emergency care.
Author : Brian J. Zink
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2005-09-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781560537106
"A wonderful picture of an important period in the practice of medicine in the United States." (from the Foreword by Peter Rosen, MD) Here is the very first book to comprehensively explore the evolution of the field of emergency medicine -- from its origins following World War II, through the sociopolitical changes of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, to the present. First-hand narratives from more than 45 founders and pioneers of emergency medicine provide a vivid portrayal of the important events and viewpoints that have given rise to today's practice. Represents the first comprehensive history of emergency medicine as a specialty. Provides first-hand oral histories from more than 45 of the key figures who witnessed and helped to shape the developments chronicled in the book. Offers keen insights into how the sociopolitical changes of the 1950s through 1970s influenced public health, health care delivery, and emergency medicine. Includes many unique photographs of important leaders in emergency medicine.
Author : Brian Dolan,Lynda Holt
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 619 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780702043154
Accident & Emergency: Theory into Practice is the comprehensive textbook for emergency nurses, covering the full range of emergency care issues, including trauma management and trauma care, the lifespan, psychological issues, physiology for practice, practice and professional issues. This book is about more than what a nurse should do; it is about why it should be done, leading to sustainable and safer practice. The third edition of this ever-popular text expands its horizons to include contributions from emergency care professionals in New Zealand, Australia and the Republic of Ireland, as well as the United Kingdom. Applied anatomy and physiology and how it changes in injury and ill health Treatment and management of a wide range of emergency conditions Includes emergency care across the life continuum, trauma management, psychological dimensions and practice and professional issues. 'Transportation of the critically ill patient' chapter outlines the nursing and operational considerations related to transportation of the acutely ill person. 'Creating patient flow' chapter overviews the concepts behind patient flow across the wider health system and introduces the key concept of staff and patient time. It explores some of the techniques used in manufacturing and service industries and its application to health system, illustrating how to reduce the waste of patient and staff time. 'Managing issues of culture and power in ED' chapter demonstrates that cultural awareness is about much more than recognising the different religious needs of patients and their families; it's also about recognising culture, diversity, stereotyping and expressions of power. Updated to reflect the latest practice and guidelines in this fast-changing field of practice.
Author : Peter Cameron,George Jelinek,Anne-Maree Kelly,Anthony F. T. Brown
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1119 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-04-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780702054389
Now fully revised and updated, Textbook of Adult Emergency Medicine provides clear and consistent coverage of this rapidly evolving specialty. Building on the success of previous editions, it covers all the major topics that present to the trainee doctor in the emergency department. It will also prove invaluable to the range of other professionals working in this setting - including nurse specialists and paramedics - who require concise, highly practical guidance, incorporating latest best practices and current guidelines. For the first time, this edition now comes with access to addtional ancillary meterial, including practical procdure videos and self-assessment material. Updates throughout reflect latest practice developments, curricula requirements and essential guidelines Key point boxes highlight topic ‘essentials’ as well as controversial areas of treatment An expanded list of leading international contributors ensures comprehensive coverage and maximizes worldwide relevance New and enhanced coverage of important and topical areas - including latest imaging in emergency medicine; organ donation; massive transfusion protocols; medico legal issues; patient safety and quality measures All new accompanying electronic ancillariy material, including procedure videos and self-assessment materials to check your understanding and aid exam preparation Expansion of administration section - especially patient safety New and enhanced coverage of important and topical areas - including latest imaging in emergency medicine; organ donation; massive transfusion protocols; medico legal issues; patient safety and quality measures All new accompanying electronic ancillary materials - including practical procedures videos and self-assessment materials
Author : Jody Crane, MD, MBA,Chuck Noon, PhD
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781498774536
This revised and updated book explores the academics behind managing the complex service environment that is the Emergency Department (ED) by combining applied management science and practical experiences to create a model of how to improve operations. This book offers a presentation of Lean tools used in the ED along with basic and advanced flow principles. It then shows how these concepts are applied and why they work, supported by case studies in which Lean principles were used to transform an underperforming ED into a world-class operation. After reviewing best practices, the authors explain how to achieve excellence by discussing the elements of creating a culture of change.
Author : Peter Cameron,George Jelinek,Anne-Maree Kelly,Lindsay Murray,Anthony F. T. Brown
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1047 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780702049316
A major postgraduate textbook in emergency medicine, covering all the major topics that present to the trainee doctor in the emergency department. A comprehensive textbook of adult emergency medicine for trainee doctors - covers all the problems likely to present to a trainee in the emergency department. Chapters are short and concise, with key point boxes (called "Essentials") at the beginning. Also has boxes featuring controversial areas of treatment. Practical and clinically orientated. Major changes to resuscitation guidelines. Complete rewriting of ENT section. Significant updating of following topics - acute coronary syndrome management, trauma, sepsis management, imaging, arrhythmias. Expansion of administration section - especially patient safety. Changes to drug overdose sections in toxicology section.
Author : JEAN. HASELTINE GALIANA (WILLIAM.),William A. Haseltine
Publisher : Springer
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-01-01
Category : Geriatric nursing
ISBN : 9789811321641
"This open access book outlines the challenges of supporting the health and wellbeing of older adults around the world and offers examples of solutions designed by stakeholders, healthcare providers, and public, private and nonprofit organizations in the United States. The solutions presented address challenges including: providing person-centered long-term care, making palliative care accessible in all healthcare settings and the home, enabling aging-in-place, financing long-term care, improving care coordination and access to care, delivering hospital-level and emergency care in the home and retirement community settings, merging health and social care, supporting people living with dementia and their caregivers, creating communities and employment opportunities that are accessible and welcoming to those of all ages and abilities, and combating the stigma of aging. The innovative programs of support and care in Aging Well serve as models of excellence that, when put into action, move health spending toward a sustainable path and greatly contribute to the well-being of older adults."--Provided by publisher.
Author : Stephanie Kayden,Philip D. Anderson,Robert Freitas,Elke Platz
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2014-11-27
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781107007390
Written for a global audience, by an international team, the book provides practical, case-based emergency department leadership skills.
Author : Amal Mattu,Arjun S. Chanmugam,Stuart P. Swadron,Carrie Tibbles,Dale Woolridge,Lisa Marcucci
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 993 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012-03-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781451152852
This pocket book succinctly describes 400 errors commonly made by attendings, residents, medical students, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in the emergency department, and gives practical, easy-to-remember tips for avoiding these errors. The book can easily be read immediately before the start of a rotation or used for quick reference on call. Each error is described in a short clinical scenario, followed by a discussion of how and why the error occurs and tips on how to avoid or ameliorate problems. Areas covered include psychiatry, pediatrics, poisonings, cardiology, obstetrics and gynecology, trauma, general surgery, orthopedics, infectious diseases, gastroenterology, renal, anesthesia and airway management, urology, ENT, and oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Author : Kirk B. Jensen,Daniel G. Kirkpatrick
Publisher : Hcpro Incorporated
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Emergency medical services
ISBN : 1601467427
With 50%-70% of hospital admissions coming through the emergency department (ED), it's the key driver of profitability for your hospital-and where community opinion about your organization is formed. To provide top-notch care to the community and maintain a competitive edge, healthcare executives must build processes that deliver quality, safety, and service. This book will define key barriers, bottlenecks, and obstacles to providing great patient care and offers solutions and strategies to: Develop outstanding ED leadership Ensure that you're capturing the revenue you deserve Deliver high-quality care to patients Make your ED a place where employees and physicians want to work Develop strategies and techniques to lead and measure change, including the use of performance benchmarking Enhance quality and safety by understanding the situations, practices, and systems that are most likely to lead to mistakes Assess and optimize patient flow in the ED and your organization Draw on lessons learned and real-world experience from successful hospitals and health systems Book jacket.