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SWAT RNs: Supporting Bedside Leaders with Clinical Judgment

Minority Nurse

The triage nurse obtains his vital signs: blood pressure 134/82 mm Hg, respirations 30 breaths per minute, heart rate 102 bpm, temperature 99.8 The patient appears anxious and restless, requiring redirection as the triage nurse processes him. Salzo presents to the emergency department (ED) at 3:00 a.m. with difficulty breathing.

Triage 105
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AI is Transforming Healthcare Behind the Scenes

Mobius MD

By predicting admissions and discharge patterns, AI helps prevent overcrowding and reduces wait times. A good example is Buoy Health’s AI chatbot , which engages patients by triaging symptoms and offering personalized recommendations before they see a doctor.

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Care Coordination: The Key to Improving Patient Outcomes

Relias

In emergency care settings, care coordination can involve immediate care, hospital admission, discharge planning, follow-up care, and post-acute care. It can help reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, readmissions, and ED visits and improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and safety.

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Where Do Medical Assistants Work? Exploring Diverse Opportunities in Healthcare

Southern Careers Institute

They may perform tasks such as drawing blood, collecting specimens, and assisting with patient admissions and discharges. They triage patients, assist with diagnostic tests, and help with minor surgical procedures. Medical assistants in urgent care settings play a crucial role in ensuring that patients receive prompt care.