Hospital Bed Capacity
Hospital Bed Capacity, 100 to 299
Hospital Bed Capacity, under 100
Hospital Bed Capacity, 300 to 499
Bed Occupancy
Hospital Bed Capacity, 500 and over
Hospital Planning
Socialism
Hospitals, General
Certificate of Need
Progressive Patient Care
Hospitals, District
Democracy
Hospitals, Private
Patient Admission
Financial Management, Hospital
Hospital Costs
Health Facility Size
Hospital Shared Services
Hospitals, Teaching
Patient Discharge
Hospitals, University
Hospitals, Public
Hospitals, Community
Health Resources
Emergency Service, Hospital
Utilization Review
Diagnosis-Related Groups
Retrospective Studies
England
Hospitals, Special
Health Expenditures
Patient Readmission
United States
Health Services Needs and Demand
Delivery of Health Care
Health Services Research
Efficiency, Organizational
Hospital Charges
State Medicine
Hospital Units
Health Services Accessibility
Hospital Records
Models, Theoretical
Age Factors
Libraries, Hospital
Great Britain
Referral of patients to an anticoagulant clinic: implications for better management. (1/146)
The quality of anticoagulant treatment of ambulatory patients is affected by the content of referral letters and administrative processes. To assess these influences a method was developed to audit against the hospital standard the referral of patients to one hospital anticoagulant clinic in a prospective study of all (80) new patients referred to the clinic over eight months. Administrative information was provided by the clinic coordinator, and the referral letters were audited by the researchers. Referral letters were not received by the clinic for 10% (8/80) of patients. Among the 72 referral letters received, indication for anticoagulation and anticipated duration of treatment were specified in most (99%, 71 and 81%, 58 respectively), but only 3% (two) to 46% (33) reported other important clinical information (objective investigations, date of starting anticoagulation, current anticoagulant dose, date and result of latest international normalised ratio, whether it should be the anticoagulant clinic that was eventually to stop anticoagulation, patients' other medical problems and concurrent treatment. Twenty two per cent (16/80) of new attenders were unexpected at the anticoagulant clinic. Most patients' case notes were obtained for the appointment (61%, 47/77 beforehand and 30% 23/77 on the day), but case notes were not obtained for 9% (7/77). The authors conclude that health professionals should better appreciate the administrative and organisational influences that affect team work and quality of care. Compliance with a well documented protocol remained below the acceptable standard. The quality of the referral process may be improved by using a more comprehensive and helpful referral form, which has been drawn up, and by educating referring doctors. Measures to increase the efficiency of the administrative process include telephoning the clinic coordinator directly, direct referrals through a computerised referral system, and telephone reminders by haematology office staff to ward staff to ensure availability of the hospital notes. The effect of these changes will be assessed in a repeat audit. (+info)Evaluation of patients' knowledge about anticoagulant treatment. (2/146)
OBJECTIVE: To develop a questionnaire to evaluate patients' knowledge of anticoagulation. DESIGN: Anonymous self completed questionnaire study based on hospital anticoagulant guidelines. SETTING: Anticoagulant clinic in a 580 bed district general hospital in London. SUBJECTS: 70 consecutive patients newly referred to the anticoagulant clinic over six months. MAIN MEASURES: Information received by patients on six items of anticoagulation counselling (mode of action of warfarin, adverse effects of over or under anticoagulation, drugs to avoid, action if bleeding or bruising occurs, and alcohol consumption), the source of such information, and patients' knowledge about anticoagulation. RESULTS: Of the recruits, 36 (51%) were male; 38(54%) were aged below 46 years, 22(31%) 46-60, and 10(14%) over 75. 50 (71%) questionnaires were returned. In all, 40 respondents spoke English at home and six another language. Most patients reported being clearly advised on five of the six items, but knowledge about anticoagulation was poor. Few patients could correctly identify adverse conditions associated with poor control of anticoagulation: bleeding was identified by only 30(60%), bruising by 23(56%), and thrombosis by 18(36%). Only 26(52%) patients could identify an excessive level of alcohol consumption, and only seven (14%) could identify three or more self prescribed agents which may interfere with warfarin. CONCLUSION: The questionnaire provided a simple method of determining patients' knowledge of anticoagulation, and its results indicated that this requires improvement. IMPLICATIONS: Patients' responses suggested that advice was not always given by medical staff, and use of counselling checklists is recommended. Reinforcement of advice by non-medical counsellors and with educational guides such as posters or leaflets should be considered. Such initiatives are currently being evaluated in a repeat survey. (+info)Using a multidisciplinary automated discharge summary process to improve information management across the system. (3/146)
We developed and implemented an automated discharge summary process in a regional integrated managed health system. This multidisciplinary effort was initiated to correct deficits in patients' medical record documentation involving discharge instructions, follow-up care, discharge medications, and patient education. The results of our team effort included an automated summary that compiles data entered via computer pathways during a patient's hospitalization. All information regarding admission medications, patient education, follow-up care, referral at discharge activities, diagnosis, and other pertinent medical events are formulated into the discharge summary, discharge orders, patient discharge instructions, and transfer information as applicable. This communication process has tremendously enhanced information management across the system and helps us maintain complete and thorough documentation in patient records. (+info)Trauma emergency unit: long-term evaluation of a quality assurance programme. (4/146)
OBJECTIVE: Long-term evaluation of a quality assurance programme (after an assessment in 1993). DESIGN: Review of medical records. SETTING: Emergency area of an orthopaedic, trauma, and plastic surgery unit in a French teaching hospital (Besancon). SUBJECTS: 1187 consecutive ambulatory patients' records, from July 1995. MAIN MEASURES: Occurrence of near adverse events (at risk events causing situations which could lead to the occurrence of an adverse event). RESULTS: 71 near adverse events were identified (5.9% of the ambulatory visits). There was a significant decrease in the rate of near adverse events between 1993 (9.9% (2056 ambulatory visits, 204 near adverse events)), and 1995 (5.9% (1187 ambulatory visits, 71 near adverse events)), and significant change in the proportion of each category of adverse event (decrease in departures from prevention protocols). CONCLUSIONS: Despite their limitations, the effectiveness and efficiency of quality assurance programmes seem to be real and valuable. Maintaining quality improvement requires conditions which include some of the basic principles of total quality management (leadership, participatory management, openness, continuous feed back). The organisation of this unit as a specialised trauma centre was also a determining factor in the feasibility of a quality assurance programme (specialisation and small size, high activity volume, management of the complete care process). Quality assurance is an important initial step towards quality improvement, that should precede consideration of a total quality management programme. (+info)Description of local adaptation of national guidelines and of active feedback for rationalising preoperative screening in patients at low risk from anaesthetics in a French university hospital. (5/146)
OBJECTIVE: To describe the effect of local adaptation of national guidelines combined with active feedback and organisational analysis on the ordering of preoperative investigations for patients at low risk from anaesthetics. DESIGN: Assessment of preoperative tests ordered over one month, before and after local adaptation of guidelines and feedback of results, combined with an organisational analysis. SETTING: Motivated anaesthetists in 15 surgical wards of Bordeaux University Hospital, Region Aquitain, France. SUBJECTS: 42 anaesthetists, 60 surgeons, and their teams. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Number and type of preoperative tests ordered in June 1993 and 1994, and the estimated savings. RESULTS: Of 536 patients at low risk from anaesthetics studied in 1993 before the intervention 80% had at least one preoperative test. Most (70%) tests were ordered by anaesthetists. Twice the number of preoperative tests were ordered than recommended by national guidelines. Organisational analysis indicated lack of organised consultations and communication within teams. Changes implemented included scheduling of anaesthetic consultations; regular formal multidisciplinary meetings for all staff; preoperative ordering decision charts. Of 516 low risk patients studied in 1994 after the intervention only 48% had one or more preoperative tests ordered (p < 0.05). Estimated mean (SD) saving for one year if changes were applied to all patients at low risk from anaesthesia in the hospital 3.04 (1.23) mFF. CONCLUSIONS: A sharp decrease in tests ordered in low risk patients was found. The likely cause was the package of changes that included local adaptation of national guidelines, feedback, and organisational change. (+info)Physicians' views on capitated payment for medical care: does familiarity foster acceptance? (6/146)
Physicians' attitudes toward capitated payment have not been quantified. We sought to assess physicians' views on capitated payment and to compare the views of those who did and did not participate in such payment. A written survey was given to 200 physicians with admitting privileges at a 600-bed Ohio hospital; 82 (41%) responded and were included in this study. Among respondents, 21 (26%) were primary care physicians, 18 (22%) were medical subspecialists, and 18 (22%) were surgeons. Fifty-eight (71%) were providers for managed care plans, and 35 (43%) participated in capitated payment arrangements. Among physicians who did not participate in capitated care, 100% believed that there was a conflict of interest in capitated payment, and 77% (23 physicians) believed that participation in plans that reduce physician income in proportion to medical expenditures is not acceptable. Among those who did participate in capitated payment contracts, 95% (41 physicians) believed these plans posed a conflict of interest, and 72% (31 physicians) said this was not acceptable (P = 0.4 and 0.66 for each comparison). There was no trend toward the opinion that capitated payment arrangements are acceptable with greater levels of experience in capitated care (P = 0.5 by Spearman test). There were trends suggesting that compared with those who were not receiving capitated payments, those who received capitated payment were 50% more likely to have never discussed capitated payment with any patient (63% versus 42%, P = 0.08), were 70% more likely to very strongly oppose the use of capitation to pay their own family's physicians (49% versus 29%, P = 0.07), and were 30% more likely to believe that it is impossible to stay in the practice of medicine without participating in capitated payment plans (84% versus 65%, P = 0.06). None of the respondents reported that they had a contractual "gag clause," but 34% (27 physicians) said they would not speak publicly about any perceived risks of capitated payments anyway. Among this sample of physicians, those who participated in existing capitated payment managed care plans had views that were as negative, or more negative, on the acceptability of capitated payment as did those of nonparticipating physicians. Many were participating in capitated payment plans in spite of these negative views because they feared that to do otherwise would force them out of medical practice. The hypotheses generated by this study must be tested in larger, national studies. (+info)Observations on centrifugation: application to centrifuge development. (7/146)
This report outlines the background to the development of an automated, serial, discrete centrifuge, reporting on the criteria considered essential in such an instrument. We established the criteria by examining the detailed logistics of centrifuge operation in a hospital laboratory. The mean sample load per run, using six centrifuges, was 13.6 samples, and the user-selectable cycle time ranged from 00:01:10 to 00:12:33 (hours:minutes:seconds) with a fixed g value of 1050. During the laboratory working window, (0900-1700), only 50% of the centrifuge capacity was utilized and more than one-third of the sample workload was delayed for >5 min because the centrifuges were not emptied promptly. In addition, 35% of the sample workload was centrifuged for less than the time prescribed in the operational specifications. Based on these findings, we designed a new continuous, serial centrifuge to overcome some of the deficiencies noted in the logistics study. The centrifuge operates continuously, nominally treating 150 samples/h, with a cycle time of 5 min at 1,000 g. The cycle time and g value are variable between limits, and their selection governs the throughput rate. Each sample is centrifuged separately in individual rotors mounted in a sturdy carousel with a periphery that traverses a load/unload station. There is no sample delay because of operator absence, and the capacity is fully utilized. The centrifuge can operate in a stand-alone capacity or has the capability of being integrated into a sample preparation system or as a direct front end for high-throughput analyzers. (+info)A quasi-experimental study on a quality circle program in a Taiwanese hospital. (8/146)
OBJECTIVE: To explore the impact of quality circles on job satisfaction, absenteeism, and turnover among hospital nurses in Taiwan. DESIGN: A quasi-experimental research design. SETTING: In November 1995, a study was initiated to establish quality circles in a 500-bed community hospital in Taiwan. After the administrative process and a pilot study, three of the experimental units began implementing the quality circle program in January 1997. For the comparison group, three non-quality circle medical-surgical units were selected from another building. STUDY PARTICIPANTS: All registered nurses on the three selected units who met the criteria of having worked full-time on those units for > or = 6 months were included in the study. There were 53 full-time registered nurses (49 female, four male) who met the criteria and 100% participated. There were no significant differences between the quality circle group and the non-quality circle group in terms of sex, age, and number of years of working experience, education or marital status. INTERVENTIONS: After obtaining administrative approval and support, the pilot study began with 3-month quality circle courses and 3-month quality circle process training for the experimental group nurses. Each circle has been meeting for 1 hour each week to identify problems, barriers, and solutions for effective implementation since 1997. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: (i) Demographic data questionnaire; (ii) Stamps and Piedmont's Index of Work Satisfaction; (iii) hospital records for absenteeism and turnover data. RESULTS: The data reveal that nurses of the three quality circle units felt more satisfied (P < 0.01) than did nurses from the three non-participating units. In the non-participating group, 36% had considered leaving the units, compared to 10% of nurses from the quality circle group. The turnover rate was significantly higher for the non-participating group (40%) than for the quality circle group (13%). CONCLUSION: This quality circle program in a Taiwanese hospital significantly improved satisfaction, reduced absenteeism, and lowered turnover of nurses. The findings support other studies reported in the literature. (+info)Hospital bed capacity, in a medical context, refers to the maximum number of hospital beds that are available and equipped to admit and care for patients in a healthcare facility. This capacity is determined by factors such as the physical layout and size of the hospital, the number of nursing and support staff, and the availability of medical equipment and supplies. Hospital bed capacity can be categorized into different types, including:
1. Usual Bed Capacity: The total number of beds that are regularly available for patient care in a hospital.
2. Adjusted Bed Capacity: The total number of beds that can be made available for patient care after accounting for temporary closures or conversions of beds for special purposes, such as during an outbreak or emergency situation.
3. Surge Bed Capacity: The additional number of beds that can be made available beyond the adjusted bed capacity to accommodate a sudden influx of patients due to a disaster, pandemic, or other mass casualty event.
It is important to note that hospital bed capacity does not necessarily reflect the actual number of patients that can be safely and effectively cared for at any given time, as factors such as staffing levels, equipment availability, and patient acuity must also be taken into consideration.
'Hospital bed capacity, 100 to 299' is a range referring to the number of hospital beds available for patient care within a healthcare facility. In this context, the capacity falls between one hundred and two hundred ninety-nine beds. This capacity can vary based on several factors, including the size of the hospital, the services offered, and the needs of the population it serves. It is essential to monitor hospital bed capacity to ensure adequate resources are available to manage patient care during normal operations and in times of crisis or surge, such as a natural disaster or pandemic.
Hospital bed capacity refers to the total number of beds that are available for patient care within a hospital. When referring to "under 100," it simply means that the hospital has fewer than 100 beds in total. This includes all types of beds, such as intensive care unit (ICU) beds, step-down units, and medical-surgical beds.
A low bed capacity can impact the ability of a hospital to provide timely and appropriate care to patients, particularly during periods of high demand or in emergency situations. Factors that can affect hospital bed capacity include patient volume, staffing levels, available resources, and physical space constraints. It is important for hospitals to manage their bed capacity effectively to ensure that they can meet the needs of their patients and provide high-quality care.
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Bed occupancy, in the context of healthcare management, refers to the ratio of the number of beds occupied by patients to the total number of available beds in a hospital or healthcare facility. It is a measure used to assess the utilization of hospital resources and can help inform decisions related to capacity planning, staffing, and budgeting.
Bed occupancy rate is calculated as follows:
Bed Occupancy Rate = (Number of occupied beds / Total number of available beds) x 100%
For example, if a hospital has 200 beds and 180 of them are currently occupied by patients, the bed occupancy rate would be 90%.
It is important to note that while a high bed occupancy rate may indicate efficient use of resources, it can also lead to overcrowding, longer wait times for admission, and increased risk of healthcare-associated infections. Therefore, maintaining an optimal balance between resource utilization and patient safety is crucial in managing bed occupancy.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Hospital Bed Capacity, 500 and over" is not a medical term or concept itself. However, I can provide some context related to hospital bed capacity in general.
Hospital bed capacity refers to the total number of beds that are available for patients in a healthcare facility. This includes both regular beds and any specialized beds, such as intensive care unit (ICU) beds.
When we say "500 and over," it's simply indicating a threshold for the size of the hospital. A hospital with a bed capacity of 500 or more is considered a large hospital. This can have implications for the range of services offered, the complexity of cases handled, and the resources available. However, it doesn't change the basic definition or nature of what a hospital bed capacity is.
I hope this helps! If you have any other questions about medical definitions or concepts, feel free to ask.
Hospital planning, in the medical context, refers to the process of designing, developing, and managing healthcare facilities to ensure they meet the current and future needs of the population they serve. It involves strategic planning, financial forecasting, architectural design, infrastructure development, and operational management. The goal is to create an efficient, safe, and patient-centered environment that supports high-quality care, complies with regulatory standards, and optimizes resource utilization. This process may also include considerations for emergency preparedness, technological integration, and sustainable practices.
In medical terms, "beds" generally refers to:
1. A piece of furniture for sleeping, typically consisting of a mattress on a frame with rails at the sides to prevent falling out. Hospital beds are specially designed to meet the needs of patients and may include features such as adjustable height, backrest, and side rails.
2. Inpatient capacity or number of available hospital beds for patient care. For example, "the hospital has 500 beds" means that there are 500 inpatient beds available for admitting patients.
3. Sometimes, it can also refer to the number of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) or CCU (Critical Care Unit) beds, which indicate the capacity of a hospital's critical care services.
I'm afraid there seems to be a misunderstanding. "Socialism" is a political and economic theory that advocates for the means of production, distribution, and exchange to be owned or regulated by the community as a whole, typically through a democratic government. It is not a medical term. If you have any questions related to medicine or health, I would be happy to try to help answer them!
A "General Hospital" is a type of hospital that provides a broad range of medical and surgical services to a diverse patient population. It typically offers general medical care, emergency services, intensive care, diagnostic services (such as laboratory testing and imaging), and inpatient and outpatient surgical services. General hospitals may also have specialized departments or units for specific medical conditions or populations, such as pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, geriatrics, oncology, and mental health. They are usually staffed by a variety of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, and support personnel. General hospitals can be found in both urban and rural areas and may be operated by governmental, non-profit, or for-profit organizations.
A Certificate of Need (CON) is a legal document or certification required in some jurisdictions for healthcare providers or facilities to demonstrate the need for and feasibility of proposed new construction, expansion, major equipment acquisition, or other significant capital expenditures. The purpose of a CON program is to help control healthcare costs, ensure access to quality care, and prevent unnecessary duplication of services within a geographic area.
The specific requirements and process for obtaining a CON vary by state and sometimes by type of project. Generally, applicants must submit detailed information about the proposed project, including its need, cost, impact on healthcare services in the community, and financial feasibility. The application is then reviewed by a regulatory agency or board, which may consider input from stakeholders such as other healthcare providers, consumers, and community organizations before making a decision.
The CON process aims to balance the interests of various parties, including healthcare providers, payers, patients, and communities, while ensuring that new services and facilities align with the overall healthcare needs and priorities of a region.
Progressive patient care is not a formally defined medical term, but rather a general approach to healthcare that involves delivering increasingly intensive and specialized medical interventions in response to a patient's worsening condition or changing needs. The goal of progressive patient care is to optimize health outcomes, improve quality of life, and enhance the patient's ability to function and participate in their own care.
This approach typically involves a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals who work together to assess the patient's needs, develop an individualized care plan, and provide ongoing support and monitoring. The care plan may include a range of interventions, such as medications, therapies, surgeries, or other treatments, that are tailored to the patient's specific condition and overall health status.
As the patient's condition changes over time, the care team may adjust the care plan accordingly, increasing or decreasing the intensity of interventions as needed. This approach recognizes that each patient is unique and requires a personalized approach to care that evolves with their changing needs. Progressive patient care is often used in settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health care, where patients may require ongoing medical support and monitoring.
Hospital restructuring is a process that involves making significant changes to the organizational structure, operations, or financial management of a hospital or healthcare system. This can include mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, or consolidations with other hospitals or healthcare organizations, as well as changes to hospital services, staffing, or physical facilities. The goal of hospital restructuring is often to improve the quality and efficiency of care, reduce costs, and increase competitiveness in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. Restructuring may also be necessary in response to financial difficulties, regulatory changes, or shifts in patient demand.
"Length of Stay" (LOS) is a term commonly used in healthcare to refer to the amount of time a patient spends receiving care in a hospital, clinic, or other healthcare facility. It is typically measured in hours, days, or weeks and can be used as a metric for various purposes such as resource planning, quality assessment, and reimbursement. The length of stay can vary depending on the type of illness or injury, the severity of the condition, the patient's response to treatment, and other factors. It is an important consideration in healthcare management and can have significant implications for both patients and providers.
A psychiatric hospital is a type of medical facility that specializes in the treatment and care of patients with mental illnesses or disorders. These hospitals provide inpatient and outpatient services, including evaluation, diagnosis, and therapy for various psychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and substance use disorders.
Psychiatric hospitals typically have a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists, who work together to provide comprehensive care for patients. The treatment modalities used in psychiatric hospitals may include medication management, individual and group therapy, psychoeducation, and milieu therapy.
Psychiatric hospitals may also offer specialized programs for specific populations, such as children and adolescents, older adults, or individuals with co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders. The goal of psychiatric hospitals is to stabilize patients' symptoms, improve their functioning, and help them develop the skills necessary to manage their mental health condition in the community.
A district hospital is a type of healthcare facility that provides medical services to a specific geographic area, or "district." These hospitals are typically smaller than regional or tertiary care facilities and offer a range of general and specialized medical services to the local population. They serve as the primary point of contact for many patients seeking medical care and may provide emergency services, inpatient and outpatient care, surgery, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, and rehabilitation. District hospitals are an essential part of healthcare systems in many countries, particularly in rural or underserved areas where access to larger medical centers may be limited.
I am not aware of a specific medical definition for "democracy" as it is a political science term. However, democracy generally refers to a system of government in which power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives. It is based on the principles of equality, freedom, and the rule of law.
In the context of healthcare, the concept of democracy may refer to the idea of patient-centered care, where patients are actively involved in decision-making about their own health and healthcare. This approach recognizes the importance of individual autonomy, informed consent, and shared decision-making between patients and healthcare providers. It also emphasizes the need for transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in healthcare systems and organizations.
Therefore, while "democracy" may not have a specific medical definition, its principles are relevant to the provision of high-quality, ethical, and compassionate healthcare.
Private hospitals are medical facilities that are owned and operated by private entities, such as corporations or individuals, rather than being government-owned. They are funded through patient fees, private insurance, and some may also receive funding from charitable organizations. Private hospitals can offer a range of services, including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient care, diagnostic tests, and surgeries. They may have the flexibility to offer more specialized medical equipment and procedures compared to public hospitals, as well as potentially having shorter wait times for non-emergency procedures. However, private hospitals may not be accessible to all individuals due to their cost, and they may prioritize profit over patient care in some cases.
Patient admission in a medical context refers to the process by which a patient is formally accepted and registered into a hospital or healthcare facility for treatment or further medical care. This procedure typically includes the following steps:
1. Patient registration: The patient's personal information, such as name, address, contact details, and insurance coverage, are recorded in the hospital's system.
2. Clinical assessment: A healthcare professional evaluates the patient's medical condition to determine the appropriate level of care required and develop a plan for treatment. This may involve consulting with other healthcare providers, reviewing medical records, and performing necessary tests or examinations.
3. Bed assignment: Based on the clinical assessment, the hospital staff assigns an appropriate bed in a suitable unit (e.g., intensive care unit, step-down unit, general ward) for the patient's care.
4. Informed consent: The healthcare team explains the proposed treatment plan and associated risks to the patient or their legal representative, obtaining informed consent before proceeding with any invasive procedures or significant interventions.
5. Admission orders: The attending physician documents the admission orders in the medical chart, specifying the diagnostic tests, medications, treatments, and care plans for the patient during their hospital stay.
6. Notification of family members or caregivers: Hospital staff informs the patient's emergency contact or next of kin about their admission and provides relevant information regarding their condition, treatment plan, and any necessary follow-up instructions.
7. Patient education: The healthcare team educates the patient on what to expect during their hospital stay, including potential side effects, self-care strategies, and discharge planning.
The goal of patient admission is to ensure a smooth transition into the healthcare facility, providing timely and appropriate care while maintaining open communication with patients, families, and caregivers throughout the process.
Financial management in a hospital setting refers to the planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of financial resources in order to achieve the hospital's mission, vision, and strategic objectives. This includes developing financial strategies, preparing budget plans, managing revenue cycles, controlling costs, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and making informed decisions about resource allocation. Effective financial management is critical for the sustainability and growth of hospitals, as it enables them to provide high-quality patient care while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Hospital equipment and supplies refer to the physical resources used in a hospital setting to provide patient care and treatment. This includes both reusable and disposable medical devices and items used for diagnostic, therapeutic, monitoring, or supportive purposes. Examples of hospital equipment include but are not limited to:
1. Medical beds and mattresses
2. Wheelchairs and stretchers
3. Infusion pumps and syringe drivers
4. Defibrillators and ECG machines
5. Anesthesia machines and ventilators
6. Operating room tables and lights
7. X-ray machines, CT scanners, and MRI machines
8. Ultrasound machines and other imaging devices
9. Laboratory equipment for testing and analysis
Hospital supplies include items used in the delivery of patient care, such as:
1. Syringes, needles, and IV catheters
2. Bandages, dressings, and wound care products
3. Gloves, gowns, and other personal protective equipment (PPE)
4. Sterile surgical instruments and sutures
5. Incontinence pads and briefs
6. Nutritional supplements and feeding tubes
7. Medications and medication administration supplies
8. Disinfectants, cleaning agents, and sterilization equipment.
Proper management of hospital equipment and supplies is essential for ensuring patient safety, providing high-quality care, and controlling healthcare costs.
Hospital economics refers to the study and application of economic principles and concepts in the management and operation of hospitals and healthcare organizations. This field examines issues such as cost containment, resource allocation, financial management, reimbursement systems, and strategic planning. The goal of hospital economics is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of hospital operations while maintaining high-quality patient care. It involves understanding and analyzing various economic factors that affect hospitals, including government regulations, market forces, technological advancements, and societal values. Hospital economists may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, consulting firms, academic institutions, and government agencies.
A hospital is a healthcare facility where patients receive medical treatment, diagnosis, and care for various health conditions, injuries, or diseases. It is typically staffed with medical professionals such as doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers who provide round-the-clock medical services. Hospitals may offer inpatient (overnight) stays or outpatient (same-day) services, depending on the nature of the treatment required. They are equipped with various medical facilities like operating rooms, diagnostic equipment, intensive care units (ICUs), and emergency departments to handle a wide range of medical situations. Hospitals may specialize in specific areas of medicine, such as pediatrics, geriatrics, oncology, or trauma care.
Hospital costs are the total amount of money that is expended by a hospital to provide medical and healthcare services to patients. These costs can include expenses related to:
* Hospital staff salaries and benefits
* Supplies, such as medications, medical devices, and surgical equipment
* Utilities, such as electricity, water, and heating
* Facility maintenance and renovation
* Equipment maintenance and purchase
* Administrative costs, such as billing and insurance processing
Hospital costs can also be classified into fixed and variable costs. Fixed costs are those that do not change with the volume of services provided, such as rent or depreciation of equipment. Variable costs are those that change with the volume of services provided, such as supplies and medications.
It's important to note that hospital costs can vary widely depending on factors such as the complexity of care provided, the geographic location of the hospital, and the patient population served. Additionally, hospital costs may not always align with charges or payments for healthcare services, which can be influenced by factors such as negotiated rates with insurance companies and government reimbursement policies.
There is no specific medical definition for "Health Facility Size" as it can refer to various aspects of a healthcare institution's physical infrastructure. Generally, it refers to the square footage or floor area of a health facility, which can impact the range and volume of services provided, the number of patients served, and the efficiency of care delivery.
The size of a health facility may vary based on factors such as:
1. Specialty: Hospitals specializing in complex procedures like organ transplants or cancer treatments typically require more space for specialized equipment, operating rooms, and support services.
2. Capacity: The number of beds available in a hospital directly affects its size. A larger hospital may have hundreds of beds, while smaller facilities might only have a few dozen.
3. Services offered: Ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care clinics, and primary care offices typically require less space than full-service hospitals due to the nature of their services.
4. Geographic location: Rural areas may have smaller health facilities due to lower population density and fewer resources, while urban areas might have larger facilities with more comprehensive services.
5. Ownership: Publicly owned or nonprofit healthcare institutions may have different space requirements and funding sources compared to for-profit organizations, which can impact facility size.
In summary, "Health Facility Size" is a broad term that encompasses various aspects of a healthcare institution's physical infrastructure, including square footage, number of beds, and services offered.
Hospitalization is the process of admitting a patient to a hospital for the purpose of receiving medical treatment, surgery, or other health care services. It involves staying in the hospital as an inpatient, typically under the care of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The length of stay can vary depending on the individual's medical condition and the type of treatment required. Hospitalization may be necessary for a variety of reasons, such as to receive intensive care, to undergo diagnostic tests or procedures, to recover from surgery, or to manage chronic illnesses or injuries.
I couldn't find a medical definition for "Hospital Shared Services" as it is more related to hospital administration and management. Here's a definition from a healthcare management perspective:
Hospital Shared Services refer to centralized support services that are shared between different departments or hospitals within a healthcare system. These services can include areas such as:
1. Clinical engineering: Management of medical equipment, maintenance, and repair services.
2. Laboratory services: Centralized laboratory testing and analysis.
3. Radiology and imaging services: Consolidation of radiology and imaging services for improved efficiency and quality.
4. Sterile processing services: Centralization of sterilization and decontamination of medical instruments and supplies.
5. Food and nutrition services: Shared kitchen, meal planning, and delivery services.
6. Environmental services: Shared housekeeping, laundry, and waste management services.
7. Biomedical waste management: Handling, treatment, and disposal of hazardous medical waste.
8. Information technology (IT) services: Centralized IT infrastructure, support, and data management.
9. Human resources: Shared HR functions such as recruitment, training, and benefits administration.
10. Financial services: Shared accounting, billing, and revenue cycle management.
The goal of Hospital Shared Services is to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, enhance quality, and standardize processes across the healthcare system.
Bed rest is a medical recommendation for a person to limit their activities and remain in bed for a period of time. It is often ordered by healthcare providers to help the body recover from certain medical conditions or treatments, such as:
* Infections
* Pregnancy complications
* Recent surgery
* Heart problems
* Blood pressure fluctuations
* Bleeding
* Bone fractures
* Certain neurological conditions
The duration of bed rest can vary depending on the individual's medical condition and response to treatment. While on bed rest, patients are typically advised to change positions frequently to prevent complications such as bedsores, blood clots, and muscle weakness. They may also receive physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other treatments to help maintain their strength and mobility during this period.
A "Teaching Hospital" is a healthcare institution that provides medical education and training to future healthcare professionals, such as medical students, residents, and fellows. These hospitals are often affiliated with medical schools or universities and have a strong focus on research and innovation in addition to patient care. They typically have a larger staff of specialized doctors and medical professionals who can provide comprehensive care for complex and rare medical conditions. Teaching hospitals also serve as important resources for their communities, providing access to advanced medical treatments and contributing to the development of new healthcare technologies and practices.
Patient discharge is a medical term that refers to the point in time when a patient is released from a hospital or other healthcare facility after receiving treatment. This process typically involves the physician or healthcare provider determining that the patient's condition has improved enough to allow them to continue their recovery at home or in another appropriate setting.
The discharge process may include providing the patient with instructions for ongoing care, such as medication regimens, follow-up appointments, and activity restrictions. The healthcare team may also provide educational materials and resources to help patients and their families manage their health conditions and prevent complications.
It is important for patients and their families to understand and follow the discharge instructions carefully to ensure a smooth transition back to home or another care setting and to promote continued recovery and good health.
A "University Hospital" is a type of hospital that is often affiliated with a medical school or university. These hospitals serve as major teaching institutions where medical students, residents, and fellows receive their training and education. They are equipped with advanced medical technology and resources to provide specialized and tertiary care services. University hospitals also conduct research and clinical trials to advance medical knowledge and practices. Additionally, they often treat complex and rare cases and provide a wide range of medical services to the community.
"Public hospitals" are defined as healthcare institutions that are owned, operated, and funded by government entities. They provide medical services to the general public, regardless of their ability to pay. Public hospitals can be found at the local, regional, or national level and may offer a wide range of services, including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient care, specialized clinics, and community health programs. These hospitals are accountable to the public and often have a mandate to serve vulnerable populations, such as low-income individuals, uninsured patients, and underserved communities. Public hospitals may receive additional funding from various sources, including patient fees, grants, and donations.
Community hospitals are healthcare facilities that provide a range of medical services to the local population in a given geographic area. They are typically smaller than major teaching or tertiary care hospitals and offer a more personalized level of care. The services provided by community hospitals may include general medical, surgical, obstetrical, and pediatric care, as well as diagnostic and therapeutic services such as laboratory testing, imaging, and rehabilitation.
Community hospitals often play an important role in providing access to healthcare for underserved populations and may offer specialized programs to address the specific health needs of the communities they serve. They may also collaborate with other healthcare providers, such as primary care physicians, specialists, and long-term care facilities, to provide coordinated care and improve outcomes for patients.
Overall, community hospitals are an essential component of the healthcare system and play a vital role in providing high-quality, accessible care to local populations.
Health resources refer to the personnel, facilities, equipment, and supplies that are used in the delivery of healthcare services. This includes:
1. Human resources: Healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals.
2. Physical resources: Hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and other healthcare facilities.
3. Technological resources: Medical equipment and technology used for diagnosis and treatment, such as MRI machines, CT scanners, and electronic health records.
4. Financial resources: Funding for healthcare services, including public and private insurance, government funding, and out-of-pocket payments.
5. Informational resources: Research findings, evidence-based practices, and health education materials that inform healthcare decision-making.
The adequate availability, distribution, and utilization of these health resources are crucial for ensuring access to quality healthcare services and improving population health outcomes.
An emergency service in a hospital is a department that provides immediate medical or surgical care for individuals who are experiencing an acute illness, injury, or severe symptoms that require immediate attention. The goal of an emergency service is to quickly assess, stabilize, and treat patients who require urgent medical intervention, with the aim of preventing further harm or death.
Emergency services in hospitals typically operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and are staffed by teams of healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other allied health professionals. These teams are trained to provide rapid evaluation and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions, from minor injuries to life-threatening emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, and severe infections.
In addition to providing emergency care, hospital emergency services also serve as a key point of entry for patients who require further hospitalization or specialized care. They work closely with other departments within the hospital, such as radiology, laboratory, and critical care units, to ensure that patients receive timely and appropriate treatment. Overall, the emergency service in a hospital plays a crucial role in ensuring that patients receive prompt and effective medical care during times of crisis.
Utilization review (UR) is a comprehensive process used by healthcare insurance companies to evaluate the medical necessity, appropriateness, and efficiency of the healthcare services and treatments that have been rendered, are currently being provided, or are being recommended for members. The primary goal of utilization review is to ensure that patients receive clinically necessary and cost-effective care while avoiding unnecessary or excessive treatments.
The utilization review process may involve various steps, including:
1. Preauthorization (also known as precertification): A prospective review to approve or deny coverage for specific services, procedures, or treatments before they are provided. This step helps ensure that the planned care aligns with evidence-based guidelines and medical necessity criteria.
2. Concurrent review: An ongoing evaluation of a patient's treatment during their hospital stay or course of therapy to determine if the services remain medically necessary and consistent with established clinical pathways.
3. Retrospective review: A retrospective analysis of healthcare services already provided to assess their medical necessity, appropriateness, and quality. This step may lead to adjustments in reimbursement or require the provider to justify the rendered services.
Utilization review is typically conducted by a team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and case managers, who apply their clinical expertise and adhere to established criteria and guidelines. The process aims to promote high-quality care, reduce wasteful spending, and safeguard patients from potential harm caused by inappropriate or unnecessary treatments.
Diagnosis-Related Groups (DRGs) are a system of classifying hospital patients based on their severity of illness, resource utilization, and other factors. DRGs were developed by the US federal government to determine the relative cost of providing inpatient care for various types of diagnoses and procedures.
The DRG system categorizes patients into one of several hundred groups based on their diagnosis, treatment, and other clinical characteristics. Each DRG has a corresponding payment weight that reflects the average resource utilization and costs associated with caring for patients in that group. Hospitals are then reimbursed for inpatient services based on the DRG payment weights, providing an incentive to provide more efficient and cost-effective care.
DRGs have been widely adopted as a tool for managing healthcare costs and improving quality of care. They are used by Medicare, Medicaid, and many private insurers to determine payments for inpatient hospital services. DRGs can also be used to compare the performance of hospitals and healthcare providers, identify best practices, and support quality improvement initiatives.
"Urban hospitals" is not a medical term per se, but rather a term that describes the location and setting of healthcare facilities. In this context, "urban" refers to densely populated cities or built-up areas, as opposed to rural or suburban regions. Therefore, urban hospitals are medical institutions located in or near urban centers, serving large populations and typically providing a wide range of specialized services.
These hospitals often have more resources, advanced technology, and subspecialties compared to their rural counterparts due to the higher patient volume and financial support they receive. They also tend to be teaching hospitals affiliated with medical schools and research institutions, contributing significantly to medical education, innovation, and clinical trials.
However, it is important to note that urban hospitals may face unique challenges in providing care, such as serving diverse populations with varying socioeconomic backgrounds, addressing health disparities, managing high patient volumes, and dealing with issues related to overcrowding and resource allocation.
'Hospital Nursing Staff' refers to the group of healthcare professionals who are licensed and trained to provide nursing care to patients in a hospital setting. They work under the direction of a nurse manager or director and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and other support staff.
Hospital nursing staff can include registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs) or vocational nurses (LVNs), and unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) such as nursing assistants, orderlies, and patient care technicians. Their responsibilities may vary depending on their role and the needs of the patients, but they typically include:
* Administering medications and treatments prescribed by physicians
* Monitoring patients' vital signs and overall condition
* Providing emotional support and education to patients and their families
* Assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
* Documenting patient care and progress in medical records
* Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Hospital nursing staff play a critical role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of hospitalized patients, and they are essential members of the healthcare team.
Retrospective studies, also known as retrospective research or looking back studies, are a type of observational study that examines data from the past to draw conclusions about possible causal relationships between risk factors and outcomes. In these studies, researchers analyze existing records, medical charts, or previously collected data to test a hypothesis or answer a specific research question.
Retrospective studies can be useful for generating hypotheses and identifying trends, but they have limitations compared to prospective studies, which follow participants forward in time from exposure to outcome. Retrospective studies are subject to biases such as recall bias, selection bias, and information bias, which can affect the validity of the results. Therefore, retrospective studies should be interpreted with caution and used primarily to generate hypotheses for further testing in prospective studies.
A pediatric hospital is a specialized medical facility that provides comprehensive healthcare services for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults up to the age of 21. These hospitals employ medical professionals with expertise in treating various childhood illnesses, injuries, and developmental disorders. The facilities are designed to cater to the unique needs of children, including child-friendly environments, specialized equipment, and age-appropriate care.
Pediatric hospitals offer a wide range of services such as inpatient and outpatient care, emergency services, surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, rehabilitation, and mental health services. They also focus on preventive healthcare, family-centered care, and education to support the overall well-being of their young patients. Some pediatric hospitals may specialize further, focusing on specific areas such as cancer treatment, cardiology, neurology, or orthopedics.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "England" is not a medical term or concept. It is one of the four constituent countries that make up the United Kingdom, along with Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. England is located in the southern part of Great Britain, which is the largest island of the British Isles.
If you have any questions related to medicine or healthcare, I would be happy to try to help answer them for you!
Special hospitals are medical facilities that provide specialized services and care for specific patient populations or medical conditions. These hospitals are designed to handle complex medical cases that require advanced technology, specialized equipment, and trained healthcare professionals with expertise in certain areas of medicine. Examples of special hospitals include:
1. Psychiatric Hospitals: Also known as mental health hospitals, these facilities focus on providing care for patients with mental illnesses, emotional disorders, or substance abuse issues. They offer various treatments, such as therapy, counseling, and medication management, to help patients manage their conditions.
2. Rehabilitation Hospitals: These hospitals specialize in helping patients recover from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries that have left them with temporary or permanent disabilities. They provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with other supportive services, to assist patients in regaining their independence and improving their quality of life.
3. Children's Hospitals: These hospitals are dedicated to providing healthcare services specifically for children and adolescents. They have specialized pediatric departments, equipment, and trained staff to address the unique medical needs of this patient population.
4. Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals (LTACHs): LTACHs provide extended care for patients with chronic illnesses or severe injuries who require ongoing medical treatment and monitoring. They often have specialized units for specific conditions, such as ventilator weaning or wound care.
5. Cancer Hospitals: Also known as comprehensive cancer centers, these hospitals focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and research of various types of cancer. They typically have multidisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals, including oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and researchers, working together to provide comprehensive care for cancer patients.
6. Teaching Hospitals: Although not a specific type of medical condition, teaching hospitals are affiliated with medical schools and serve as training grounds for future doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals. They often have access to the latest research, technology, and treatments and may participate in clinical trials or innovative treatment approaches.
Health expenditures refer to the total amount of money spent on health services, goods, and resources in a given period. This can include expenses for preventive care, medical treatments, medications, long-term care, and administrative costs. Health expenditures can be made by individuals, corporations, insurance companies, or governments, and they can be measured at the national, regional, or household level.
Health expenditures are often used as an indicator of a country's investment in its healthcare system and can reflect the overall health status of a population. High levels of health expenditures may indicate a strong commitment to healthcare, but they can also place a significant burden on individuals, businesses, and governments. Understanding patterns and trends in health expenditures is important for policymakers, healthcare providers, and researchers who are working to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and accessibility of healthcare services.
Patient readmission refers to the event when a patient who was previously discharged from a hospital or healthcare facility returns for further treatment, often within a specified period. It is measured as a percentage of patients who are readmitted within a certain time frame, such as 30, 60, or 90 days after discharge. Readmissions may be planned or unplanned and can occur due to various reasons, including complications from the initial illness or treatment, inadequate post-discharge follow-up care, or the patient's inability to manage their health conditions effectively at home. High readmission rates are often considered an indicator of the quality of care provided during the initial hospitalization and may also signify potential issues with care coordination and transitions between healthcare settings.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "United States" is a geopolitical entity, specifically the name of the country consisting of 50 states, and it is not a medical term or concept. Therefore, I can't provide a medical definition for it. If you have any questions related to health, medicine, or biology, I would be happy to try to help answer those!
Health services needs refer to the population's requirement for healthcare services based on their health status, disease prevalence, and clinical guidelines. These needs can be categorized into normative needs (based on expert opinions or clinical guidelines) and expressed needs (based on individuals' perceptions of their own healthcare needs).
On the other hand, health services demand refers to the quantity of healthcare services that consumers are willing and able to pay for, given their preferences, values, and financial resources. Demand is influenced by various factors such as price, income, education level, and cultural beliefs.
It's important to note that while needs represent a population's requirement for healthcare services, demand reflects the actual utilization of these services. Understanding both health services needs and demand is crucial in planning and delivering effective healthcare services that meet the population's requirements while ensuring efficient resource allocation.
In the field of medicine, "time factors" refer to the duration of symptoms or time elapsed since the onset of a medical condition, which can have significant implications for diagnosis and treatment. Understanding time factors is crucial in determining the progression of a disease, evaluating the effectiveness of treatments, and making critical decisions regarding patient care.
For example, in stroke management, "time is brain," meaning that rapid intervention within a specific time frame (usually within 4.5 hours) is essential to administering tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), a clot-busting drug that can minimize brain damage and improve patient outcomes. Similarly, in trauma care, the "golden hour" concept emphasizes the importance of providing definitive care within the first 60 minutes after injury to increase survival rates and reduce morbidity.
Time factors also play a role in monitoring the progression of chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease, where regular follow-ups and assessments help determine appropriate treatment adjustments and prevent complications. In infectious diseases, time factors are crucial for initiating antibiotic therapy and identifying potential outbreaks to control their spread.
Overall, "time factors" encompass the significance of recognizing and acting promptly in various medical scenarios to optimize patient outcomes and provide effective care.
The "delivery of health care" refers to the process of providing medical services, treatments, and interventions to individuals in order to maintain, restore, or improve their health. This encompasses a wide range of activities, including:
1. Preventive care: Routine check-ups, screenings, immunizations, and counseling aimed at preventing illnesses or identifying them at an early stage.
2. Diagnostic services: Tests and procedures used to identify and understand medical conditions, such as laboratory tests, imaging studies, and biopsies.
3. Treatment interventions: Medical, surgical, or therapeutic treatments provided to manage acute or chronic health issues, including medications, surgeries, physical therapy, and psychotherapy.
4. Acute care services: Short-term medical interventions focused on addressing immediate health concerns, such as hospitalizations for infections, injuries, or complications from medical conditions.
5. Chronic care management: Long-term care and support provided to individuals with ongoing medical needs, such as those living with chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, or cancer.
6. Rehabilitation services: Programs designed to help patients recover from illnesses, injuries, or surgeries, focusing on restoring physical, cognitive, and emotional function.
7. End-of-life care: Palliative and hospice care provided to individuals facing terminal illnesses, with an emphasis on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
8. Public health initiatives: Population-level interventions aimed at improving community health, such as disease prevention programs, health education campaigns, and environmental modifications.
The delivery of health care involves a complex network of healthcare professionals, institutions, and systems working together to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. This includes primary care physicians, specialists, nurses, allied health professionals, hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and public health organizations. Effective communication, coordination, and collaboration among these stakeholders are essential for high-quality, patient-centered care.
Health services research (HSR) is a multidisciplinary field of scientific investigation that studies how social factors, financing systems, organizational structures and processes, health technologies, and personal behaviors affect access to healthcare, the quality and cost of care, and ultimately, our health and well-being. The goal of HSR is to inform policy and practice, improve system performance, and enhance the health and well-being of individuals and communities. It involves the use of various research methods, including epidemiology, biostatistics, economics, sociology, management science, political science, and psychology, to answer questions about the healthcare system and how it can be improved.
Examples of HSR topics include:
* Evaluating the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of different healthcare interventions and technologies
* Studying patient-centered care and patient experiences with the healthcare system
* Examining healthcare workforce issues, such as shortages of primary care providers or the impact of nurse-to-patient ratios on patient outcomes
* Investigating the impact of health insurance design and financing systems on access to care and health disparities
* Analyzing the organization and delivery of healthcare services in different settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities
* Identifying best practices for improving healthcare quality and safety, reducing medical errors, and eliminating wasteful or unnecessary care.
Organizational efficiency is a management concept that refers to the ability of an organization to produce the desired output with minimal waste of resources such as time, money, and labor. It involves optimizing processes, structures, and systems within the organization to achieve its goals in the most effective and efficient manner possible. This can be achieved through various means, including the implementation of best practices, the use of technology to automate and streamline processes, and the continuous improvement of skills and knowledge among employees. Ultimately, organizational efficiency is about creating value for stakeholders while minimizing waste and maximizing returns on investment.
Hospital charges refer to the total amount that a hospital charges for providing medical and healthcare services, including room and board, surgery, laboratory tests, medications, and other related expenses. These charges are typically listed on a patient's bill or invoice and can vary widely depending on the type of care provided, the complexity of the treatment, and the specific hospital or healthcare facility. It is important to note that hospital charges may not reflect the actual cost of care, as many hospitals negotiate discounted rates with insurance companies and government payers. Additionally, patients may be responsible for paying a portion of these charges out-of-pocket, depending on their insurance coverage and other factors.
There seems to be a misunderstanding in your question. "Hospital Departments" is not a medical term or diagnosis, but rather an organizational structure used by hospitals to divide their services and facilities into different units based on medical specialties or patient populations. Examples of hospital departments include internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, emergency medicine, radiology, and pathology. Each department typically has its own staff, equipment, and facilities to provide specialized care for specific types of patients or medical conditions.
"State Medicine" is not a term that has a widely accepted or specific medical definition. However, in general terms, it can refer to the organization, financing, and delivery of healthcare services and resources at the national or regional level, overseen and managed by the government or state. This can include public health initiatives, regulation of healthcare professionals and institutions, and the provision of healthcare services through publicly funded programs.
In some contexts, "State Medicine" may also refer to the practice of using medical treatments or interventions as a means of achieving political or social objectives, such as reducing crime rates or improving economic productivity. However, this usage is less common and more controversial.
A hospital unit, also known as a patient care unit or inpatient unit, is a designated area within a hospital where patients with similar medical conditions or needs are grouped together to receive specialized nursing and medical care. These units can include intensive care units (ICUs), telemetry units, medical-surgical units, pediatric units, maternity units, oncology units, and rehabilitation units, among others. Each unit has its own team of healthcare professionals who work together to provide comprehensive care for the patients in their charge. The specific layout, equipment, and staffing of a hospital unit will depend on the type of care provided and the needs of the patient population.
Health services accessibility refers to the degree to which individuals and populations are able to obtain needed health services in a timely manner. It includes factors such as physical access (e.g., distance, transportation), affordability (e.g., cost of services, insurance coverage), availability (e.g., supply of providers, hours of operation), and acceptability (e.g., cultural competence, language concordance).
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), accessibility is one of the key components of health system performance, along with responsiveness and fair financing. Improving accessibility to health services is essential for achieving universal health coverage and ensuring that everyone has access to quality healthcare without facing financial hardship. Factors that affect health services accessibility can vary widely between and within countries, and addressing these disparities requires a multifaceted approach that includes policy interventions, infrastructure development, and community engagement.
Hospital records are a type of medical record that is created and maintained by healthcare professionals during a patient's hospitalization. These records typically include detailed information about the patient's medical history, physical examination findings, laboratory and diagnostic test results, treatment plans, progress notes, medications, and other relevant data. The purpose of hospital records is to provide a comprehensive documentation of the patient's care while in the hospital, which can be used for clinical decision-making, communication among healthcare providers, quality improvement, research, and legal purposes. Hospital records are considered confidential and protected health information under federal and state laws, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
The term "Theoretical Models" is used in various scientific fields, including medicine, to describe a representation of a complex system or phenomenon. It is a simplified framework that explains how different components of the system interact with each other and how they contribute to the overall behavior of the system. Theoretical models are often used in medical research to understand and predict the outcomes of diseases, treatments, or public health interventions.
A theoretical model can take many forms, such as mathematical equations, computer simulations, or conceptual diagrams. It is based on a set of assumptions and hypotheses about the underlying mechanisms that drive the system. By manipulating these variables and observing the effects on the model's output, researchers can test their assumptions and generate new insights into the system's behavior.
Theoretical models are useful for medical research because they allow scientists to explore complex systems in a controlled and systematic way. They can help identify key drivers of disease or treatment outcomes, inform the design of clinical trials, and guide the development of new interventions. However, it is important to recognize that theoretical models are simplifications of reality and may not capture all the nuances and complexities of real-world systems. Therefore, they should be used in conjunction with other forms of evidence, such as experimental data and observational studies, to inform medical decision-making.
"Age factors" refer to the effects, changes, or differences that age can have on various aspects of health, disease, and medical care. These factors can encompass a wide range of issues, including:
1. Physiological changes: As people age, their bodies undergo numerous physical changes that can affect how they respond to medications, illnesses, and medical procedures. For example, older adults may be more sensitive to certain drugs or have weaker immune systems, making them more susceptible to infections.
2. Chronic conditions: Age is a significant risk factor for many chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and arthritis. As a result, age-related medical issues are common and can impact treatment decisions and outcomes.
3. Cognitive decline: Aging can also lead to cognitive changes, including memory loss and decreased decision-making abilities. These changes can affect a person's ability to understand and comply with medical instructions, leading to potential complications in their care.
4. Functional limitations: Older adults may experience physical limitations that impact their mobility, strength, and balance, increasing the risk of falls and other injuries. These limitations can also make it more challenging for them to perform daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, or cooking.
5. Social determinants: Age-related factors, such as social isolation, poverty, and lack of access to transportation, can impact a person's ability to obtain necessary medical care and affect their overall health outcomes.
Understanding age factors is critical for healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that addresses the unique needs and challenges of older adults. By taking these factors into account, healthcare providers can develop personalized treatment plans that consider a person's age, physical condition, cognitive abilities, and social circumstances.
A hospital library, also known as a health sciences library or medical library, is a type of specialized library that serves the information needs of healthcare professionals, patients, students, and researchers in a hospital or healthcare facility. These libraries typically contain a wide range of resources related to medicine, nursing, allied health professions, and healthcare administration.
The resources available in a hospital library may include:
1. Print materials such as medical textbooks, journals, reference books, and patient education materials.
2. Electronic resources such as e-books, electronic journals, databases, and multimedia resources.
3. Audiovisual materials such as DVDs, CDs, and streaming media related to medical education and patient care.
4. Clinical decision support tools that help healthcare professionals make informed clinical decisions at the point of care.
5. Access to online learning platforms and continuing education resources for healthcare professionals.
6. Services such as literature searching, document delivery, interlibrary loan, and reference assistance.
Hospital libraries play a critical role in supporting patient care, medical education, research, and evidence-based practice in healthcare facilities. They provide access to high-quality, reliable information that helps healthcare professionals make informed decisions about patient care, stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices, and improve their knowledge and skills. Hospital libraries also provide resources and services that help patients and their families make informed decisions about their health and treatment options.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but the term "Great Britain" is not a medical concept or condition. It is a geographical and political term referring to the largest island in the British Isles, on which the majority of England, Scotland, and Wales are located. It's also used to refer to the political union of these three countries, which is called the United Kingdom. Therefore, it doesn't have a medical definition.
The Surgery Department in a hospital is a specialized unit where surgical procedures are performed. It is typically staffed by surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists, registered nurses, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals who work together to provide surgical care for patients. The department may include various sub-specialties such as cardiovascular surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, and trauma surgery, among others.
The Surgery Department is responsible for the preoperative evaluation and preparation of patients, the performance of surgical procedures, and the postoperative care and management of patients. This includes ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, obtaining informed consent from patients, performing surgeries, managing complications, providing postoperative pain control and wound care, and coordinating with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
The Surgery Department is equipped with operating rooms that contain specialized equipment and instruments necessary for performing surgical procedures. These may include microscopes, endoscopes, imaging equipment, and other technology used to assist in the performance of surgeries. The department may also have dedicated recovery areas, such as post-anesthesia care units (PACUs) or intensive care units (ICUs), where patients can be monitored and cared for immediately after surgery.
Overall, the Surgery Department plays a critical role in the delivery of healthcare services in a hospital setting, providing specialized surgical care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions and injuries.
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- The Nightingale Hospital opened at the ExCeL last Friday, with initial plans to provide up to 500 beds equipped with ventilators and oxygen, according to an ExCeL spokesperson. (rbs.co.uk)
- NHS Nightingale currently has 500 beds, all of which are equipped with ventilators and oxygen, and NHS England plans to expand the hospital's capacity over the coming weeks - increasing the total number of beds to up to 5 000. (csp.org.uk)
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- As part of Mackenzie Health, Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital will feature fully integrated smart technology systems and medical devices that have the capability to interact directly with one another to provide real-time information and anticipate the patient's and the hospital's needs to enhance the patient experience. (oshawachamber.com)
- From 1930 to 1931, San Lazaro Hospital's insane patients were admitted to the National Mental Hospital and in 1949, the hospital's patients with leprosy were moved to the Tala Leprosarium which later became known as the Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital. (wikipedia.org)
- Plans are in motion to augment the hospital's bed capacity from 500 to 1,000 beds. (freepressjournal.in)
- Further W.D. instructions authorized a 500-bed basis as the Hospital's capacity, and transferred 228 Enlisted Men from the 66th General Hospital , a training unit stationed at Ft. Bragg (activated 10 Feb 41 -ed). (med-dept.com)
- At least 500 employees were sick or isolating as of Tuesday, said Sarah Sherer, the hospital's human resources chief. (sltrib.com)
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- Through this 150-bedded Multispeciality Hospital comprehensive surgical care is extended. (credihealth.com)
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- Hospitals in Calgary and the southern part of the province are planning to create "surge capacity" over the next seven to 14 days in order to cope with rising COVID-19 admissions and fewer available beds. (theglobeandmail.com)
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- Medical response teams would also have access to a massive stockpile of emergency supplies: 50 million N95 respirators, 2,400 portable ventilators and kits to set up 21,000 additional patient beds wherever they were needed. (revealnews.org)
- Much of the medical equipment - including the ventilators, critical life-saving tools that are in short supply in the current pandemic - was given to local hospitals and health agencies, former health officials said. (revealnews.org)
- Now, many California hospitals are being forced to ration their inadequate supply of N95 masks, and hospitals are rushing to rent ventilators in anticipation of a severe shortage as COVID-19 caseloads grow. (revealnews.org)
- For ventilators and monitors, it is advised to purchase one ventilator and monitor per bed. (who.int)
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- Initially, Mackenzie Health's Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital will provide a total of 185 beds, including over 35 critical care beds and 150 general medicine beds, which will support patients from other hospitals and alleviate hospital capacity pressures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. (oshawachamber.com)
- Once COVID-19 capacity pressures have stabilized, the new hospital will provide care and services to patients from across the western York Region as originally planned, including emergency and modern surgical services, and offer advanced diagnostic imaging capabilities, intensive care beds, medicine, birthing, pediatrics and mental health services, as well as the York Region District Stroke Centre. (oshawachamber.com)
- To further support frontline health care workers caring for patients during the pandemic, Ontario has also amended O. Reg 74/20 (Work Redeployment for Certain Health Services Providers) in response to the increasing demands on hospitals and retirement homes. (oshawachamber.com)
- Many injured and chronically ill patients have been unable to reach hospitals because of movement restrictions. (who.int)
- Emergency admission rooms, intensive care units and operating theatres have been under enormous pressure, particularly at the Shifa Hospital, which has received the most severely injured patients. (who.int)
- Its intensive-care unit is operating at full capacity, with patients admitted as fast as they can be moved out. (who.int)
- The ability to discharge patients quickly has been essential to enable the hospital to cope. (who.int)
- People who would normally fill these spots are, in turn, stuck waiting in hospital beds, which then crimps the flow of patients in acute care facilities. (theglobeandmail.com)
- This pressure is compounded as hospitals in Calgary and Edmonton close beds in rooms that normally accommodate three or four patients to create makeshift isolation spaces for COVID-19 patients. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Hospitals in Edmonton and Calgary have patients in about 1,200 isolation beds, even though isolation capacity tops out around 800, the AHS memo said. (theglobeandmail.com)
- In 1578, it became a hospital which catered from patients afflicted with leprosy and other diseases. (wikipedia.org)
- The old Barnes Hospital was one of the first to treat diabetic patients with insulin and the first to install an electronic data processing system in a hospital. (beckersasc.com)
- A 500-bed military hospital is being set up outside Prague to deal with the influx of patients. (wshu.org)
- GUILLAUME THIERRY: (Through interpreter) Our worry is to arrive at the point where we have far more patients and beds, and we already see this happening around the end of October or beginning of November. (wshu.org)
- CM Shinde engaged with several patients during his visit, aiming to comprehend the circumstances surrounding the escalating fatalities within the hospital. (freepressjournal.in)
- Its approach, which it may be able to extend to all 270 of its hotels, is to make them discharge hospitals - where patients can go who would usually receive home care but are unable to in current conditions. (rbs.co.uk)
- The brand is now in further conversation with NHS hospitals and local councils, "to help provide accommodation for NHS staff, care workers, lower-risk patients and vulnerable people, such as the elderly. (rbs.co.uk)
- We want to help free up urgent bed space in the NHS by taking low-risk patients and carers," Paterson adds. (rbs.co.uk)
- This collaboration will see THP refer patients who require slow-stream rehabilitation after treatment or surgery to 33 protected beds at Runnymede's state-of-the-art facility. (newswire.ca)
- Since its inception in 2011, Runnymede's LTLD Rehab program has helped more than 500 patients regain the skills, mobility and independence they need to return home. (newswire.ca)
- On any given day, the hospital has as many as 70-100 patients admitted, waiting for an available bed. (newswire.ca)
- To do so, we must look beyond the walls of our own hospital and partner in new and unprecedented ways to provide the highest quality of care for our patients," says Michelle DiEmanuele, President & CEO, Trillium Health Partners. (newswire.ca)
- The focused, innovative, 200-bed hospital takes an interprofessional team approach to care, providing comprehensive clinical services to patients who require expert treatment, extended rehabilitation and daily care beyond what can be provided at home or in the community. (newswire.ca)
- Across the state, patients are waiting an average of 12 days to get into a state psychiatric hospital after an emergency department refers them. (abc11.com)
- These hospitals receive a large number of patients, and ensuring their efficient operation is crucial in meeting people's healthcare needs. (biomedcentral.com)
- In this context, third-grade hospitals have incentives to continuously expand their capacity and scale to accommodate more patients, resulting in higher revenue and profit [ 5 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
- Ms Moses, who normally works as a consultant respiratory physiotherapist at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, has experience of treating patients who have respiratory muscle weakness and require long-term ventilation. (csp.org.uk)
- With the increase of the patients visiting the hospital for the treatment of gynaecological diseases and parturition services, Bharatpur Hospital is having a hard time caring for patients. (thehimalayantimes.com)
- The 435-bed hospital has allocated 100 beds for parturition patients. (thehimalayantimes.com)
- Despite the number set for parturition purposes, every day, 120 patients visit the hospital these days," said gynaecology department chief Dr Sunilmani Pokharel, adding that the hospital has been treating patients on the floor. (thehimalayantimes.com)
- As we realise the pressure of patients the hospital is facing, we're thinking of doubling the bed capacity," Manandhar said, also sharing his plan to increase manpower for the ward. (thehimalayantimes.com)
- The Salt Lake Tribune file photo) University Hospital in Salt Lake City is suspending most surgeries as COVID-19 outbreaks hit staff and patients. (sltrib.com)
- We're having to reduce the number of beds available to our patients at least for the near future. (sltrib.com)
- Meanwhile, Vinik said, 12 patients were waiting in the emergency room for a bed to open up during the online news conference where hospital administrators announced the surgery delays. (sltrib.com)
- Belgian hospitals are busy listing employees who can be deployed in intensive care beds with Corona patients in the coming period. (taylordailypress.net)
- This means they must allocate 15 per cent of intensive care capacity to Covid patients. (taylordailypress.net)
- In their communications, the experts stated that hospitals should be able to switch to the next stage within 48 hours: keeping 25 percent of their intensive capacity available for COVID-19 patients (500 beds). (taylordailypress.net)
- In some Brussels hospitals, corona patients have already used up half of the intensive care capacity. (taylordailypress.net)
- Los Angeles became the state's infection epicenter and its hospitals were so overloaded with patients that ambulances idled outside with people struggling to breathe, waiting for beds to open up. (wuwm.com)
- Other developments, such as the National Institute for Clinical Excellence and the national service framework for older people, require all patients admitted to hospital with a suspected stroke to receive a CT brain scan within 48 hours by April 2004. (parliament.uk)
- The hospital is expected to welcome patients starting from 2021. (indonesia-investments.com)
- The Gzunda GZ10SL (Slimline) powered hospital patient mover is designed and made in Australia, specifically for moving patients safely. (electrodrive.com.au)
- Whether you're moving patients between wards, or to-and-from the operating theatre, The GZ10SL hospital patient mover keeps staff safe from muscle and back strains. (electrodrive.com.au)
- Move beds or stretchers with or without patients safely and efficiently. (electrodrive.com.au)
- The high number of patients is hitting just as hospital staffing of frontline providers is as tight as it has been for the entire pandemic. (ksut.org)
- During the historic 2009 flood, MeritCare Medical Center was forced to evacuate all of its downtown hospital patients as a precaution. (jlgarchitects.com)
- Many patients are examined and given treatment as outpatients before being admitted to the hospital at a later date as inpatients. (nshospital.org)
- Patients can be overwhelmed by the different options in long term care products, and HomeCare Hospital Beds is committed to streamlining this process, while ensuring customers get the information and support they need. (homecarehospitalbeds.com)
- Sanar International Hospital has been incepted in the year 2018 for giving state-of-the-art treatment facilities to Gurgaon's patients. (credihealth.com)
- To alleviate the pain of patients, Sanar International Hospital employs renowned doctors, medical staff, and nurses. (credihealth.com)
- Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum called Friday for efficient hospital bed management as the country continued to see a rising number of critically ill COVID-19 patients amid no signs of letup in daily infections. (koreaherald.com)
- The number of critically ill COVID-19 patients has been going up, with the latest tally surpassing 500, in recent weeks after the country started its "living with COVID-19" scheme this month with eased social distancing for people's gradual return to normal life. (koreaherald.com)
- Serious patients will be sent to available intensive care beds regardless of whether they are in the capital or non-capital areas, Kim said. (koreaherald.com)
- He also asked hospitals to quickly transfer intensive care virus patients to normal recovery rooms when their health condition improves. (koreaherald.com)
- Kim earlier said the number of intensive care unit beds in use seems too big compared with the actual number of critically ill virus patients. (koreaherald.com)
- These very considerable challenges require redress if our acute hospitals are to properly utilise the specialised care provided by nursing homes in order to facilitate timely discharges of patients. (nhi.ie)
- This guidance contains relevant information on setting up treatment centres in the proximity of hospitals and in other dedicated spaces within the communities to cater for the increasing number of COVID-19 patients who require admission in treatment centres (moderate/severe cases) and in the ICU (critical cases). (who.int)
- Site layout and design - sufficient air flow, large enough to take between 100 and 500 patients. (who.int)
- [ 8 ] In a retrospective cohort of 370 patients undergoing emergency major abdominal procedures, Wisely et al reported shorter hospital stays and better outcomes in the ERAS group. (medscape.com)
- Using a large hospital administrative database, CDC assessed in-hospital mortality risk overall and by demographic and clinical characteristics during the Delta (July-October 2021), early Omicron (January-March 2022), and later Omicron (April-June 2022) variant periods() among patients hospitalized primarily for COVID-19. (cdc.gov)
Coronavirus4
- Widespread outbreaks of the coronavirus in Alberta's continuing care network have forced operators to close hundreds of beds in their facilities, creating a bottleneck in the broader health care system that could soon translate to reduced access to elective surgeries and other procedures. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Continuing care facilities across the province have collectively closed more than 500 beds in their effort to contain the coronavirus, Alberta Health Services said in its most recent memo to medical staff. (theglobeandmail.com)
- If you look at the new Nightingale hospital at London's ExCeL, there are huge wards with beds set 3 or 4 metres apart," says Siôn Edwards, a GP and NHS adviser working in the Newport, Wales area, one of the UK's coronavirus hotspots. (rbs.co.uk)
- They are doing so at the request of the Hospital and Transportation Capacity Scale Committee (HTSC), a group of experts helping healthcare in the coronavirus crisis. (taylordailypress.net)
20005
- Before 1999, this serotype was suscep- ed from the four hospitals increased from 32.3% in 2000 to tible to fluoroquinolones (1). (cdc.gov)
- 2003. The highest rate was found in clinical isolates from quinolone resistance in S. Choleraesuis isolated from humans in four major teaching hospitals across Taiwan from 2000 to 2003. (cdc.gov)
- The annual isolate num- ber (in bars) and the rate of ciprofloxacin resistance (in lines) among the isolates from the four hospitals in which Salmonella enterica Choleraesuis isolates were collected and surveyed for their susceptibility to ciprofloxacin, 2000-2003. (cdc.gov)
- Dr. Marvin Swartz a psychiatrist and professor at Duke University, said North Carolina lost around 900 state psych beds since 2000. (abc11.com)
- By design, we reduced the state hospital beds in half, starting in 2000 to 2011. (abc11.com)
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- Without additional resources, the state will have a deficit of 500 beds by 2030. (abc11.com)
Covid21
- VAUGHAN - The Ontario government is providing up to $125 million to immediately add over 500 critical care and high intensity medicine beds to hospitals in areas with high rates of COVID-19 transmission. (oshawachamber.com)
- A portion of the funding will also be used to temporarily transition Mackenzie Health's Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital into a systemwide resource supporting the province's COVID-19 response when the new hospital is scheduled to open on February 7, 2021. (oshawachamber.com)
- I want to especially thank Mackenzie Health for stepping up to allow us to temporarily use this new facility to support our COVID-19 response and take pressure off other hospitals in the region. (oshawachamber.com)
- Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ontario's government has been working with its hospital partners to create unprecedented capacity and be ready to respond to any scenario. (oshawachamber.com)
- The province invested an additional $2.5 billion in our province's hospital sector this year, and the new beds announced today at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital and across the province are in addition to the more than 3,100 beds funded by the province as part of its COVID-19 response. (oshawachamber.com)
- Our government is using every tool at our disposal to support our hospitals as they respond to COVID-19," said Minister Elliott. (oshawachamber.com)
- Ultimately, we need Albertans to work hard to reduce the amount of COVID-19 transmission in our communities to ensure we have the capacity to care for those who need it most," the memo, dated Nov. 13, said. (theglobeandmail.com)
- In all, 268 people with COVID-19 were in hospital Monday, compared to 139 on Nov. 1. (theglobeandmail.com)
- But COVID-19 admissions complicate capacity problems. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Tuesday said that the city government-run hospitals are 'fully equipped' to fight any surge in Covid cases as mock drills were conducted at various medical facilities in the national capital to assess their preparedness to deal with the viral disease. (outlookindia.com)
- At the LNJP Hospital, there are 2,000 beds and 450 of those are dedicated to Covid-19. (outlookindia.com)
- If need arises, we can dedicate all 2,000 beds for Covid-19. (outlookindia.com)
- We can also increase this number by using nearby banquet halls and add an additional 500 beds for Covid-19-19 fight, so there would no shortage,' he said. (outlookindia.com)
- Many hospitals across the country held mock drills on Tuesday to check preparedness of health facilities to deal with any spurt in Covid-19-19 cases, with Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya saying it was important to gauge operational readiness of equipment and human resources. (outlookindia.com)
- The emergency Covid-19 hospital, which is expected to open this week, is based at the site of the ExCeL conference centre in East London. (csp.org.uk)
- NHS England plans to open two further emergency Covid-19 hospitals, which will be constructed at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham and at Manchester's Central Convention Complex. (csp.org.uk)
- University of Utah Hospital is suspending some surgeries as COVID-19 outbreaks have infected hundreds of employees and their families while hospitalizations begin to rise. (sltrib.com)
- The hospital already had seen a 400% increase in COVID-19 admissions since Christmas, said Dr. Russell Vinik, chief medical operations officer. (sltrib.com)
- For full care, that number drops to 300 Covid beds. (taylordailypress.net)
- Kim's call comes amid rising concerns over critical care bed capacity in the capital area that accounts for about 80 percent of South Korea's daily COVID-19 cases. (koreaherald.com)
- The COVID-19 pandemic had an unprecedented impact on the maritime sector, proving the vital importance of maintaining public health capacity at ports and on ships. (who.int)
Emergency7
- The Emergency Department at Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital will remain open to serve the community. (oshawachamber.com)
- The Emergency Department at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital will not open until the system has stabilized. (oshawachamber.com)
- Hospitals collaborated on drills most often with hospitals at the time this survey was emergency medical services, fire departments, and law enforcement agencies. (cdc.gov)
- Department of Defense had not allocated any funding for hospitals, although it funded emergency response agencies (3). (cdc.gov)
- 2 According to the Navy, their mission is to "provide emergency, on-site care for U.S. combatant forces deployed in war or other operations while the secondary mission is to provide full hospital services to support U.S. disaster relief and humanitarian operations worldwide. (usni.org)
- The need for more behavioral health-specific hospital beds is evident inside practically every emergency department in the state. (abc11.com)
- The state, flush with tax revenue , soon sunk more than $200 million into the mobile hospital program and a related Health Surge Capacity Initiative to stockpile medicines and medical gear for use in outbreaks of infectious disease, according to former emergency management officials and state budget records. (revealnews.org)
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- It is now expected to offer quickly some 4,000 beds, in anticipation of intensive care units in London's surrounding hospitals being at capacity. (rbs.co.uk)
Nightingale1
- CSP Council member Rachael Moses has been appointed as the chief allied health professions (AHP) lead at the newly established NHS Nightingale hospital in London. (csp.org.uk)
Isolation1
- This isolation juggling, coupled with unit outbreaks, has put 250 acute care beds out of service in Edmonton and Calgary, Mr. Williamson said. (theglobeandmail.com)
Nurses2
- Nurses will have to look after three or four beds, he says, "and the consultant will have 12 or more instead of six. (rbs.co.uk)
- The Officer and Nurse personnel were supplied by the Harvard University Unit (Boston, Massachusetts, with which the 5th Gen Hosp was affiliated -ed). 44 Nurses and 46 Medical Officers reported for duty on the afternoon of 10 January 1942 and were temporarily quartered at the Station Hospital, Ft. Dix. (med-dept.com)
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- The Company operates 17 hospitals in India with an installed bed capacity of 4317 beds as of March 2023. (business-standard.com)
Inpatient2
- Program transfers planned for Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, such as Woman and Child, Inpatient Mental Health and Inpatient Integrated Stroke, will not proceed at this time. (oshawachamber.com)
- Additionally, the Wood Center is going to be replaced by a new 500-bed, 24-story inpatient tower. (chop.edu)
Centres3
- Many health centres, including the main hospital, Shifa, have relied entirely on generators for most of the conflict. (who.int)
- Many staff members have been redeployed to help in hospitals or have been unable to reach the centres because of the conflict. (who.int)
- Starting from a single clinic in Bur Dubai in 1987 the Company is recognized as one of the largest private healthcare providers operating in multiple GCC states and an emerging player in India through its network of 32 hospitals 127 clinics 521 pharmacies 205 labs & patient experience centres (PECs). (business-standard.com)
Oxygen4
- Sisodia said that the availability of medical oxygen at LNJP Hospital has been 'increased manifold' as compared to the capacity last time. (outlookindia.com)
- Amidst the unfolding situation, some social workers voiced concerns about medical oxygen shortages at the hospital. (freepressjournal.in)
- The hospital management, however, has refuted any allegations of oxygen scarcity. (freepressjournal.in)
- In India, WHO is providing critical equipment and supplies including oxygen concentrators, lab supplies and mobile field hospitals. (bvsalud.org)
Children's2
- Dr Thompson completed her hematology/oncology fellowship at CHOP (back when I was a resident), and recently returned to CHOP after many years at Lurie Children's Hospital as the Elias Schwartz MD Endowed Chair in Hematology. (chop.edu)
- CHOP alumni from all corners of the United States were represented: Seattle, Boston, and Nationwide Children's Hospital, as well as Stanford, Lurie Children's, and Children's National were among the many institutions where CHOP Alumni have established themselves. (chop.edu)
Additional6
- The amended order will allow hospitals to temporarily redeploy health care workers to other hospitals or retirement homes that urgently need additional support. (oshawachamber.com)
- Hospitals created the additional 400 spaces by closing beds in multi-bed rooms. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Additional capacity for housing naval personnel was found in some existing British army camps, which were turned over to the Navy for that purpose. (ibiblio.org)
- Thank you, Mrs. Adams, for calling me to put the case for an additional computed tomography scanner at the three-star Blackpool Victoria hospital. (parliament.uk)
- Bed rails can also be added to the foot section of the bed to provide additional protection. (accessibilitymedical.org)
- This is despite the Department of Health projecting around 12,000 additional nursing home care beds will be required come the end of the decade. (nhi.ie)
Pandemic2
- Operations at Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital will continue as they are while Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital temporarily focuses on supporting the province's short-term pandemic response. (oshawachamber.com)
- The state now has 121 ICU beds available, which is about 500-600 fewer than it had at the start of the pandemic. (ksut.org)
Government's1
- Kim said the government's priority will be swiftly adding hospital beds and supporting medical resources needed at hospitals as quickly as possible. (koreaherald.com)
Tally1
- The hospital witnessed a concerning tally of 27 patient deaths over a mere four days. (freepressjournal.in)
20013
- 50% in Keelung, Taoyuan, and the newly because fluoroquinolones are first-line drugs to treat sys- opened Chiayi Chang Gung Memorial Hospitals in 2001 to temic, nontyphoid salmonellosis. (cdc.gov)
- Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Chiayi, which was open for service in December 2001, is an 800-bed hospital. (cdc.gov)
- The Company's 'MIMS' or Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences hospital in Kozhikode Kerala India commenced operations in 2001. (business-standard.com)
Mattress3
- FlexaBed Premier Adjustable Bed Set includes choice of mattress. (phc-online.com)
- Adjustable bed includes deluxe, reversible mattress made from premium Burlington House fabrics comes with Bioguard treatment to prevent bacterial growth, mold and mildew. (phc-online.com)
- Bed deck height (without mattress) is 12" with casters installed (10" without casters). (phc-online.com)
Specialty5
- This list focuses on acute-care, multi-specialty academic medical centers and large community hospitals. (beckersasc.com)
- This list does not focus on specialty hospitals or smaller community hospitals. (beckersasc.com)
- To view lists recognizing these hospitals, please look in upcoming issues for our lists of 100 Great Places to Work in Healthcare (appearing in the May/June issue), 50 of the Best Specialty Hospitals, 30 of the Best Community Hospitals, 20 Hospitals With Great Orthopedic Programs, 20 Hospitals With Great Heart Programs and more. (beckersasc.com)
- The hospital has 10,000 employees and more than 2,000 physicians in almost every specialty. (beckersasc.com)
- The company's hospital network consists of 9 hospitals in GCC states and 11 multi-specialty hospitals and 9 clinics in India. (business-standard.com)
Inpatients2
- Consequently, third-grade hospitals receive a higher number of outpatients and inpatients. (biomedcentral.com)
- PARTICIPANTS AND RESEARCH CONTEXT: Participants with chronic cardiovascular disease were purposively recruited from inpatients on the cardiology ward of the university hospital located in central Slovakia. (bvsalud.org)
2,0001
- Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Kaohsiung, in southern metropolitan Taiwan, is a 2,000-bed hospital. (cdc.gov)
Tertiary4
- The San Lazaro Hospital (SLH) is a tertiary health facility in Manila, Philippines. (wikipedia.org)
- It is a referral facility for communicable diseases and is one of the retained special tertiary hospital of the Department of Health and is funded by subsidy from the Philippine national government. (wikipedia.org)
- Founded in 1987 by Dr. Azad Moopen the Company has emerged as an integrated healthcare service organization that provides the complete circle of care to people through network of hospitals clinics labs and pharmacies providing primary secondary tertiary to quaternary care to all segments of the population. (business-standard.com)
- There are concerns that our journey to return to normalcy may stop for a while if we cannot overcome this crisis," Kim said during a meeting with chiefs of 22 tertiary hospitals in the Seoul metropolitan area. (koreaherald.com)
HRSA1
- Services Administration (HRSA) in More hospitals staged drills for biological attacks than for severe epidemics. (cdc.gov)
Hallway health care1
- As Ontario's first net new hospital in over 30 years, Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital was built to help solve hospital capacity challenges in the Greater Toronto Area and end hallway health care. (oshawachamber.com)
Centers3
- Becker's Hospital Review has named the 50 best hospitals in America, which cover a wide spectrum from well-known academic medical centers to less widely recognized community hospitals that have reached greatness. (beckersasc.com)
- The hospital has more than 880 active physicians representing more than 40 specialties and is one of four Level I Trauma Centers in Chicago. (beckersasc.com)
- Even if we grew the workforce, even if we grew crisis centers and alternative capacity, we'd still be short. (abc11.com)
Provide6
- Private hospitals and those run by nongovernmental organizations together provide another 500 beds. (who.int)
- Collapsible - Rail pivots down to side of bed to allow user to get out of bed or provide space for making bed. (spinlife.com)
- After construction was well under way, in December, the plans for the base were changed to provide a much larger capacity than had been originally intended. (ibiblio.org)
- She said in-patient mental health care looks a lot different than the care a general hospital can provide. (abc11.com)
- They were ready to roll whenever disaster struck California: three 200-bed mobile hospitals that could be deployed to the scene of a crisis on flatbed trucks and provide advanced medical care to the injured and sick within 72 hours. (revealnews.org)
- We're also providing advice for people on how to provide care at home for families that are unable to find a hospital bed. (bvsalud.org)
State's1
- Half of the state's hospitals anticipate a staffing shortage in the next week. (ksut.org)
Nation's2
- The data were preparedness in the Nation's hospitals plans, training for terrorism response, weighted according to the inverse will be crucial for appropriate Federal experiences with internal and external probability of hospital selection and a agencies that are charged with planning disaster drills, and availability of nonresponse adjustment factor. (cdc.gov)
- One of the corporations in Indonesia that is increasingly expanding into the nation's hospital industry is Selaras Inti Corpora, also known as the Selaras Holding Group. (indonesia-investments.com)
Care22
- This new funding will help to alleviate capacity pressures being faced by hospitals, allowing our health care system to work more seamlessly and effectively to keep Ontarians safe. (oshawachamber.com)
- We will continue to work together with all our hospitals and health care partners to care for those affected by this deadly virus. (oshawachamber.com)
- The order was previously amended to allow hospital staff to temporarily work in long-term care homes. (oshawachamber.com)
- Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care wide disaster plans (76.4 percent), and 75.9 percent specifically reported a Survey (NHAMCS). (cdc.gov)
- Acute care facilities in Alberta's two largest cities frequently exceed capacity right now, and some units are running at 125-per-cent occupancy. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Ontario's bed restrictions, she said, backed up the long-term care system and forced seniors into the private retirement system. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Of those, 5,113 were moved from hospital beds and the remaining 3,408 entered care from their home. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Albertans had to wait an average of 54 days before they could get into continuing care, with those in hospital beds waiting an average of 36 days. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Hospital ships of the future will mainly support HA/DR missions, and because vast parts of the world remain unstable, Role 3 medical care must be able to arrive quickly in theater. (usni.org)
- The 408-licensed bed teaching hospital is now part of Oakbrook, Ill.-based Advocate Health Care. (beckersasc.com)
- Which reminds me to mention that CHOP continues to expand its capacity to care for the region's children. (chop.edu)
- The Hotel Rembrandt in Weymouth is also due to become a discharge hospital, with 31 beds equipped appropriately, and will be staffed by 13 care home workers. (rbs.co.uk)
- Normally in an intensive care unit you might have a nurse looking after each bed, and a consultant looking after six beds. (rbs.co.uk)
- However, the public generally would still judge a hospital by their accreditation grades and prefer third-grade Class hospitals for primary and hospital care. (biomedcentral.com)
- Brussels hospitals have also proven to be crowded faster in recent weeks than theoretical care capacity has indicated. (taylordailypress.net)
- There are concerns that due to holidays, employees with gums or falls and care that has been postponed during previous peak corona periods to be compensated, corona beds will be available less in practice than the government hypothesizes in theory. (taylordailypress.net)
- They're worn out and their capacity to deliver care is compromised on every level," she said. (ksut.org)
- The 3-function long-term care low bed has a built-in length extension system and central locking mechanism. (accessibilitymedical.org)
- With its patient-centric approach to medical care the Company offer one of the largest and most widespread networks of Hospitals and Clinics with the most premium healthcare facilities that aspire to make a difference. (business-standard.com)
- As of Thursday, 78.2 percent of intensive care beds in the capital area were in use, with Seoul recording 80.9 percent, ringing alarm bells for health authorities. (koreaherald.com)
- Each hospital would be the size of a football field, with a surgery ward, intensive care unit and X-ray equipment. (revealnews.org)
- Lack of information on actual costs and care quality of the LTC providers hinders the capacity for improving the quality and efficiency of care provision in the LTC sector. (who.int)
Admission1
- On Tuesday, a mock drill took place to see the time taken for movement from the triage area to admission and other preparedness,' a hospital source told PTI. (outlookindia.com)
Memorial Hospital4
- Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Keelung is a 1,000- bed hospital. (cdc.gov)
- Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Chiayi: 11 (85%) of 13 ed in different regions across Taiwan, the surveillance is isolates were resistant in 2002. (cdc.gov)
- 30% of the S. Choleraesuis isolates were resistant to late number examined is large enough to draw a conclu- ciprofloxacin in Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, sion. (cdc.gov)
- Khanum Memorial Hospital & Research Centre, Lahore, Pakistan. (who.int)
Public hospitals4
- A total of 12 third-grade Class A general public hospitals in Beijing were selected for a preliminary study. (biomedcentral.com)
- To improve overall efficiency and productivity, both government and hospitals need to further drive positive technological change, technical change, and allocative efficiency of public hospitals. (biomedcentral.com)
- However, the high patient volume and scale do not necessarily correspond to efficient operation for these third-grade public hospitals. (biomedcentral.com)
- Indeed, many studies have found that efficiency and productivity of public hospitals still need improvements [ 6 - 12 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
Medical13
- The Navy's current hospital ships, USNS Mercy (T-AHS-19) and USNS Comfort (T-AHS-20), still offer robust medical capability, but both have severe limitations and no longer meet today's requirements in a contested environment. (usni.org)
- The Brigham, as it is affectionately called, is a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School and cofounder, with Massachusetts General Hospital, of Partners HealthCare, which has an Aa2 bond rating from Moody's Investor Services. (beckersasc.com)
- A senior official said Sisodia visited the British-era hospital around 12 noon and spent 30-40 minutes to inspect the preparedness of the medical facility, as part of the mock drill. (outlookindia.com)
- Officials from the district administration had visited the hospital on Monday to check our current status as far as medical logistics are concerned. (outlookindia.com)
- The process of relocating Rajiv Gandhi Medical College from the Kalwa hospital premises is already in progress. (freepressjournal.in)
- According to hospital medical superintendent Dr Maniklal Manandhar, district and zonal hospitals and other health facilities are referring complicated cases to the hospital. (thehimalayantimes.com)
- Therefore, it is now planning to build three new hospitals (in West Jakarta, Serpong and Bandung), as well as five medical clinics. (indonesia-investments.com)
- Benedictus Widjaja, Vice President & Chief Operational Offices at Mandaya Medical Group, said the occupancy rate of Mandaya Hospital Karawang is growing positively. (indonesia-investments.com)
- The new Sanford Medical Center is one of the largest hospital projects under construction this year, tying for second place with a Houston project and only behind a new medical center in Loma Linda, Calif., according to a ranking by Revista, which tracks hospital projects. (jlgarchitects.com)
- I think this is going to be just an amazing facility," said Jerry Jurena, president of the North Dakota Hospital Association, who recently toured the new medical center. (jlgarchitects.com)
- The new medical center will serve as the hub of a network that includes rural hospitals and clinics in the region. (jlgarchitects.com)
- It extended its services to the Sultanate of Oman by establishing a medical centre in Sohar (ARMC) and a 30-bed hospital in Ghubra Muscat.In 2010 the company acquired 100% of the paid up equity share capital of Affinity Holdings Private Limited Mauritius. (business-standard.com)
- Medical College & Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan. (who.int)
Healthcare5
- CM Shinde's visit and the subsequent actions taken by the government underscore the commitment to resolve the challenges at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital and enhance healthcare provisions for the community. (freepressjournal.in)
- Widjaja said the group deliberately acquired the hospital in Karawang - rather than establishing a brand new hospital - as it would speed up its expansion into Indonesia's healthcare sector. (indonesia-investments.com)
- The Gzunda's compact design, effortless manoeuvrability and detach-ability allows for safe and efficient management of a fleet of beds or trolleys within a healthcare environment. (electrodrive.com.au)
- In 2006 Medcare Hospital commenced operations.The Company was incorporated in January 18 2008 as DM Healthcare Private Limited on January 18 2008 at Kochi Ernakulam Kerala in a reorganisation to facilitate the growth of its operations subsequent to which operations in the GCC states and India were consolidated under the Company. (business-standard.com)
- Yet around 500 nursing home beds have been forced to close and taken out of our healthcare system this year alone. (nhi.ie)
20181
- As Mandaya Hospital Karawang has been operating since last year, the management expects to see sharp revenue growth: 15 percent (y/y) in 2017, followed by a 30 percent (y/y) rise in 2018 as the hospital will invest in new equipment that should boost demand. (indonesia-investments.com)
Ministry of Hea2
- The Gaza Strip has 27 hospitals, 13 of which are managed by the Palestinian Ministry of Health, with a capacity of about 1500 beds. (who.int)
- The panel data from 2006-2009 were collected by the National Institute of Hospital Administration, Ministry of Health of P.R. China. (biomedcentral.com)
Year8
- The government is investing $18 billion over the next 10 years in hospital infrastructure projects across Ontario that will lead to $27 billion in capital investments and $175 million in repairs and upgrades to 129 hospitals this year through the Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund. (oshawachamber.com)
- Thane News: Mystery Shrouds Death Of 22-Year-Old Ice-Cream Seller At CSM Hospital, No Complaint. (freepressjournal.in)
- If approved, the facility would add 150 psych beds by around the year 2027. (abc11.com)
- The group of experts is preparing for the year of Corona, as evidenced by a new hospital communiqué, the first since June 22. (taylordailypress.net)
- By January of this year, 500 people were dying every day in the state. (wuwm.com)
- During the year under review the company acquired majority stake in Prerana Hospital Limited (PHL) Kolhapur. (business-standard.com)
- During the year under review the company's second Al Raffah Hospital in Oman commenced operations in Sohar. (business-standard.com)
- And so, that year, the state cut off the money to store and maintain the stockpile of supplies and the mobile hospitals. (revealnews.org)
Widely2
- The Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital is the first newly built hospital in three decades and this net new capacity will be critical until we are in a position to widely administer vaccines across the province," said Premier Ford. (oshawachamber.com)
- Hospitals varied widely in hospital terrorism preparedness because their plans for re-arranging schedules and space in the event of a disaster. (cdc.gov)
Open3
- In Birmingham the NEC is collaborating with both the NHS and the Ministry of Defence "to plan, build and open a field hospital as quickly as possible," according to CEO Paul Thandi. (rbs.co.uk)
- After a review of literature, the current numbers of open beds and employees were selected as input variables. (biomedcentral.com)
- It will open with 27 operating or procedure rooms, with the capacity to add 14 more in the future. (jlgarchitects.com)
Occupancy1
- These initiatives will help relieve pressures on nearby hospitals due to rapid increases in hospitalization and ICU occupancy rates. (oshawachamber.com)
General Hospital2
- Partial view of the main setup of the 5th General Hospital in the vicinity of Carentan, east of the city, at Saint-Hilaire-Petitville. (med-dept.com)
- The Regiment, consisting of colored personnel, was actively involved in the preparation of the grounds and site of the 5th General Hospital. (med-dept.com)
Doctors1
- This committee is tasked with conducting a thorough inquiry into the deaths, focusing on the possibility of any negligence from the hospital staff and attending doctors. (freepressjournal.in)
Shortage1
- Almost a third of Colorado hospitals said Monday they anticipate an ICU bed shortage in the next week. (ksut.org)
Disaster1
- It would have been a disaster if both hospitals went under. (superlawyers.com)
Facilities3
- It prohibited older facilities from placing more than two people in one room, essentially shuttering beds in rooms that previously accommodated up to four people, until December. (theglobeandmail.com)
- All of them have managed to put together what I believe is a very good case for the development of scanning facilities at the Blackpool Victoria hospital. (parliament.uk)
- That illustrates the pressures building up on scanning facilities at the Victoria hospital. (parliament.uk)
Rail4
- And with brands like Stander and Invacare and prices starting at just $75.00, you're sure to find a bed rail to fit your bed safety needs. (spinlife.com)
- Two of our top selling bed rails include the Stander EZ Adjust Bed Rail and the Invacare Reduced Gap Full Length Bed Rail . (spinlife.com)
- Bed Rail/Hand Rail - Prevents falling from bed and can be used for assistance to sit up in bed. (spinlife.com)
- It is easy to set up and has multiple bed rail options. (accessibilitymedical.org)
Operates1
- This 1,061-bed hospital, the flagship of three-hospital Beaumont Hospitals, operates highly regarded interventional cardiology and community clinical oncology programs. (beckersasc.com)
Appropriately1
- If we failed to close Hahnemann appropriately, we would have been closing two hospitals, including St. Chris. (superlawyers.com)
Ward1
- There is lack of infrastructure in the hospital and the building housing the surgery ward is old, but we are doing or best to solve such problems," he said, adding, "As per our plan the hospital will have a capacity of 500 beds including 10 ICU beds. (thehimalayantimes.com)
Surgeries3
- The measures would be similar to those adopted earlier this month in Edmonton, where roughly 30 per cent of elective surgeries are being postponed to manage the load in hospitals. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Kerry Williamson, a spokesman for AHS, said hospitals in Calgary and southern Alberta have yet to postpone any surgeries but are ready to do so. (theglobeandmail.com)
- The hospital, which provides quality parturition services, conducts eight to 10 delivery-related surgeries every day. (thehimalayantimes.com)
Health9
- That was the situation his clients-hospital operating entities American Academic Health System (AAHS) and Philadelphia Academic Health System (PAHS)-found themselves in. (superlawyers.com)
- The health system, which includes a community hospital and Partners Physician Group, posted a 1.4 percent positive margin on operating revenue of $553.4 million in 2009, after losing money in 2008. (beckersasc.com)
- Its Boston Hospital for Women, with 750 beds, is a leader in women's health services. (beckersasc.com)
- Comprised of Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga , West Toronto and surrounding communities. (newswire.ca)
- Trillium Health Partners is a research and teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto Mississauga and the Mississauga Academy of Medicine. (newswire.ca)
- On Monday, the hospital system submitted a proposal for a new mental health hospital in Wake County. (abc11.com)
- The virtual reality tool will contribute to further improvement of public health capacities at ports and on ships. (who.int)
- As ports have resumed their activities, the need for trained port health officers has been identified as a priority for the many countries that have lost this capacity, either through attrition or inspection inactivity. (who.int)
- The tool will benefit the over 230 ports in the WHO European Region that have the public health capacities to manage public health events and the 41 IHR State Parties with authorized ports to issue ship sanitation certificates. (who.int)
Staff5
- Peter Lougheed Centre hospital staff wait to screen essential visitors in Calgary, Alta. (theglobeandmail.com)
- Allegations of negligence surfaced as the relatives of the deceased claimed that their pleas for ICU admissions were disregarded by the hospital staff. (freepressjournal.in)
- Staff who have had to self-isolate from family, because of a pregnant wife or an immunocompromised member of the household, for example, need to be accommodated separately, near the hospital where they are still working. (rbs.co.uk)
- The U. has been trying to empty about 50 beds while the hospital staff is stretched thin, but "we're having to stretch because we're so full that we haven't been able to take the beds offline," Vinik said. (sltrib.com)
- Find out how a bed mover can help keep you and your staff safe in your workplace. (electrodrive.com.au)
Clinical1
- The hospital administration, however, is actively investigating the clinical aspects underlying the patient fatalities. (freepressjournal.in)
Diseases2
- Training there were no major funding programs for hospital incident command and smallpox, anthrax, chemical, and radiological directed toward hospitals for this exposures was ahead of training for other infectious diseases. (cdc.gov)
- The facility became a hospital specializing in contagious diseases. (wikipedia.org)
20021
- hospitals (identified as proprietary or as will be possible to study changes in The 2003 NHAMCS Bioterrorism located in nonmetropolitan statistical preparedness as a function of the and Mass Casualty Preparedness areas) was selected from the 2002 VHD. (cdc.gov)