Integrating Disaster Preparedness and Surge Capacity in Emergency Facility Planning.

Autor: Zilm, Frank, Berry, Robert, Pietrzak, Michael P., Paratore, Amy
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Zdroj: Journal of Ambulatory Care Management; Oct-Dec2008, Vol. 31 Issue 4, p377-385, 9p, 2 Black and White Photographs, 1 Diagram, 1 Chart
Abstrakt: The article discusses the major findings of the federally funded Emergency Room (ER) One project, a research initiative that has described a number of facility strategies, which should be regarded in planning new emergency facilities. It notes that the ability to adapt and utilize emergency facilities is a critical element in responding to surges which result from man-made and natural events. It also analyzes a case study at the Tampa General Hospital emergency service in Florida.
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