[Frequent users in paediatric emergency departments. Who are they? Why do they consult?]
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DOI: 10.1016/j.anpedi.2016.03.008
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To determine the prevalence of frequent Paediatric Emergency Departments users and to analyse their characteristics, comparing initial consultations and re-consultations. METHODS This is a multicentre retrospective cohort study of all patients who made 10… read more here.
Keywords: emergency departments; paediatric emergency; emergency department; emergency ... See more keywords
Massive transfusion protocols in the Netherlands. Consensus or confusion?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2021.10.034
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Transfusion strategy for trauma patients with massive haemorrhage is often incorporated in massive transfusion protocols (MTP). Albeit correct MTP use results in better patient outcome, research regarding the state of MTP knowledge is scarce.… read more here.
Keywords: trauma; transfusion; non frequent; mtp ... See more keywords
Describing the Patient Population of a Pediatric Emergency Department Based on Visit Frequency
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DOI: 10.1097/pec.0000000000002615
Abstract: Objective A small number of children in the United States use a disproportionate share of emergency healthcare services. Our study objective was to examine characteristics associated with frequent pediatric emergency department (PED) utilization. Methods A… read more here.
Keywords: frequent users; emergency; emergency department; pediatric emergency ... See more keywords
Frequent users of health services among community‐based older Australians: Characteristics and association with mortality
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DOI: 10.1111/ajag.13110
Abstract: To investigate characteristics of frequent users of general practice (GP; ≥21 visits in a year), medical specialist (≥10 visits), emergency department (ED; ≥2 presentations) and hospital services (≥2 overnight hospitalisations) and the association with mortality… read more here.
Keywords: services among; health services; frequent users; association mortality ... See more keywords
Key factors of case management interventions for frequent users of healthcare services: a thematic analysis review
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-017762
Abstract: Objective The aim of this paper was to identify the key factors of case management (CM) interventions among frequent users of healthcare services found in empirical studies of effectiveness. Design Thematic analysis review of CM… read more here.
Keywords: healthcare services; users healthcare; thematic analysis; case ... See more keywords
Experience of being a frequent user of primary care and emergency department services: a qualitative systematic review and thematic synthesis
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-033351
Abstract: Background Frequent users of healthcare services are often categorised as ‘heavy-cost patients’. In the recent years, many jurisdictions have attempted to implement different public policies to optimise the use of health services by frequent users.… read more here.
Keywords: care emergency; primary care; frequent users; care ... See more keywords
Tracing frequent users of regional care services using emergency medical services data: a networked approach
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-036139
Abstract: Objectives This study shows how a networked approach relying on ‘real-world’ emergency medical services (EMS) records might contribute to tracing frequent users of care services on a regional scale. Their tracing is considered of importance… read more here.
Keywords: care providers; networked approach; care services; frequent users ... See more keywords
Characteristics and Resource Utilization Associated with Frequent Users of Emergency Departments
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/8064011
Abstract: Background Frequent emergency department (ED) users place a huge influence and burden on healthcare systems and medical costs. In Taiwan, citizens have very easy access to medical services and the national health insurance (NHI) puts… read more here.
Keywords: emergency; nonfrequent users; characteristics resource; frequent users ... See more keywords
Understanding Why Frequent Users of EMS Call 9-1-1: A Grounded Theory Study
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DOI: 10.1177/1524839918799504
Abstract: Introduction. Frequent users of emergency medical services (EMS) have disproportionately high 9-1-1 call frequency. Evidence suggests that this small group burdens the health care system, leading to misallocation of already-limited health resources. Aim. To understand… read more here.
Keywords: understanding frequent; frequent users; users ems; health ... See more keywords
Repeated ambulance use is associated with chronic diseases - a population-based historic cohort study of patients’ symptoms and diagnoses
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DOI: 10.1186/s13049-019-0624-4
Abstract: BackgroundThere is a growing demand for emergency medical services (EMS) and patients are repeatedly transported by ambulance services. For many patients, especially those with chronic disease, there may be better ways of delivering care. We… read more here.
Keywords: time users; use; emergency; frequent users ... See more keywords
Older People Who Are Frequent Users of Acute Care: A Symptom of Fragmented Care? A Case Series Report on Patients' Pathways of Care.
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DOI: 10.14283/10.14283/jfa.2018.12
Abstract: Older frequent users of acute care can experience fragmented care. There is a need to understand the issues in a local context before attempting to address fragmented care. 0.5% (n=61) of the population in a… read more here.
Keywords: case series; fragmented care; users acute; frequent users ... See more keywords