Nonurgent patients in emergency departments: rational or irresponsible consumers? Perceptions of professionals and patients

Nonurgent patients in emergency departments: rational or irresponsible consumers? Perceptions of professionals and patients

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>For several decades, overcrowding in emergency departments (EDs) has been intensifying due to the increased number of patients seeking care in EDs. Demand growth is partly due to misuse of EDs by patients who seek care for nonurgent...

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Main Authors: Durand Anne-Claire, Palazzolo Sylvie, Tanti-Hardouin Nicolas, Gerbeaux Patrick, Sambuc Roland, Gentile Stéphanie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-09-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
Subjects:
Emergency department
Health services needs and demand
Attitude of nonurgent patients
Qualitative study
Social perceptions of health professionals
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1756-0500/5/525

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