What Bed Size Does a Patient Need?: The Relationship Between Body Mass Index and Space Required to Turn in Bed.
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DOI: 10.1097/nnr.0000000000000294
Abstract: My classmates and I read “What bed size does a patient need? The relationship between bodymass index and space required to turn in bed” (Wiggermann, Smith, & Kumpar, 2017) in the November/December 2017 issue of… read more here.
Keywords: patient need; bed size; bed; size patient ... See more keywords
Does this patient need telemetry? An analysis of telemetry ordering practices at an academic medical center
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DOI: 10.1111/jep.12708
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The American Heart Association and Choosing Wisely campaign recommend guideline-based usage of telemetry. Inappropriate use leads to increased costs, alarm fatigue, and inefficient nursing care. This study assesses provider ordering practices for telemetry at… read more here.
Keywords: patient need; telemetry analysis; analysis telemetry; telemetry ... See more keywords
Developing a machine learning model to predict patient need for computed tomography imaging in the emergency department
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0278229
Abstract: Overcrowding is a well-known problem in hospitals and emergency departments (ED) that can negatively impact patients and staff. This study aims to present a machine learning model to detect a patient’s need for a Computed… read more here.
Keywords: emergency; learning model; patient need; machine learning ... See more keywords
Does my patient need an allergy evaluation for penicillin allergy?
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DOI: 10.3949/ccjm.89a.21004
Abstract: In patients with reported penicillin allergy, obtaining a detailed allergy history directly from the patient is the essential first step. read more here.
Keywords: evaluation penicillin; patient need; penicillin allergy; need allergy ... See more keywords
Q: Does my hospitalized patient need an NPO-after-midnight order preoperatively?
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DOI: 10.3949/ccjm.89a.21061
Abstract: Delays and postponements of surgical procedures are common, and NPO-after-midnight orders in these situations can result in prolonged periods without oral intake. read more here.
Keywords: hospitalized patient; midnight order; patient need; npo midnight ... See more keywords
Does my patient need to be screened or treated for a urinary tract infection?
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DOI: 10.3949/ccjm.89a.21121
Abstract: When patients present with symptoms that suggest but are not clearly diagnostic of urinary tract infection, urine studies should be obtained. read more here.
Keywords: urinary tract; patient need; need screened; tract infection ... See more keywords