To date, many emergency department (ED)‐based quality improvement studies and interventions for acute stroke patients have focused on expediting time‐sensitive treatments, particularly reducing door‐to‐needle time. However, prior to treatment, a… Click to show full abstract
To date, many emergency department (ED)‐based quality improvement studies and interventions for acute stroke patients have focused on expediting time‐sensitive treatments, particularly reducing door‐to‐needle time. However, prior to treatment, a diagnosis of stroke must be reached. The ED‐based stroke diagnostic process has been understudied despite its importance in assuring high‐quality and safe care.
               
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