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PMID: 21275284 Owner: NLM Status: In-Process |
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The Joint Commission has issued a Sentinel Event Alert about patient suicides in the ED and med/surg units because they represent environments that are distinct from that of the psych unit.The ED faces special challenges because of its fast-paced environment. Recognize and look for psychiatric issues that might be the result of the patient's reaction to their physical problems. Schedule an inservice following a near miss or a successful suicide. It will be much more impactful if staff can relate to an incident. Be on the alert for signs of psychological problems in your patients, i.e., agitation manifested by pacing the floor. |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: ED management : the monthly update on emergency department management Volume: 23 ISSN: 1044-9167 ISO Abbreviation: ED Manag Publication Date: 2011 Jan |
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Created Date: 2011-01-31 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 9425690 Medline TA: ED Manag Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 3-4 Citation Subset: H |
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