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The Effect Of An Acuity Adaptable Unit On Efficiency In Non-Critical Trauma Patients, Rebecca Charles
The Effect Of An Acuity Adaptable Unit On Efficiency In Non-Critical Trauma Patients, Rebecca Charles
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Problem Statement: It was observed a large academic medical center is experiencing impeding congestion of non-critical care patients due to challenges with bed availability and high patient volumes. Delays in transferring patients to an appropriate level of care can impose safety risks and prolong length of stay. Implementation of an acuity adaptable unit may be a cost-effective approach to a growing problem.
Background: A fixed bed model limits the acuity of patients admitted to a specific space. Using the Iowa Model of Evidence Based Practice as the framework for design, moving to an acuity adaptable unit could facilitate patient …