Category Archives: Emergency Room Error
Reducing Emergency Room Errors Involving Children
Paramedics and emergency room doctors have to be prepared for medical emergencies. They need to be ready to treat people of all ages. However, medical issues are more common among adults, particularly older ones. What this means is that younger patients do not always get the best care. The most common pediatric emergencies involve… Read More »
7 Million People Misdiagnosed In ERs Every Year
When you go to the emergency room feeling extremely ill or injured, you expect to get appropriate medical care in a prompt manner. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Many people end up waiting hours to be seen. This is a serious enough issue, but what’s even worse is that misdiagnosis is common… Read More »
Reducing Emergency Room Errors Among Children
No parent wants to have to bring their child to the emergency room under any circumstance. The ER is a busy environment and sometimes safety is overlooked. There are many reasons why safety is an issue in the ER. These include frequent workflow interruptions and multiple care transitions. Barriers to effective communication may also… Read More »