Articles Tagged With: consults
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Ethicists Want to Improve Consults — But More (and Better) Data Are Needed
Quality improvement is uniquely challenging in the ethics field because of lack of time, lack of resources, and, to some extent, the nature of clinical ethics itself.
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Obstacles to ED Admission Cause Legal Problems
When faced with this tricky situation, emergency physicians should carefully document discussions and remember they are responsible for clearly communicating about the patient’s condition, test results, and indication for admission.
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Few Severe Stroke Patients Receive Palliative Care
Severe stroke can be similarly devastating as cancer — not only for the patient, but for family members caring for that patient. They all may need symptom relief and emotional support that palliative care can provide.
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Neurologic, Cardiovascular Conditions Most Common Diagnostic Errors in ED Claims
In an analysis of 326 closed claims from 2014-2019, researchers found 31% involved either the neurologic or vascular systems. Most diagnostic errors involved one of three issues: Ordering of diagnostic tests (53%), consult management (33%), or ongoing assessment (32%).