ArticleMedizinische Klinik, Intensivmedizin und Notfallmedizin2021
Existence and role of standard operating procedures in the emergency department : A national online survey.
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- Mind the Gap: Recurrence of Sex-Related Differences in Patients with Acute Atrial Fibrillation in the Emergency Department-A Retrospective Cohort Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- The creation, implementation, and harmonisation of medical standard operating procedures and checklists of Finnish Helicopter Emergency Medical Service units.Scandinavian journal of trauma, resuscitation and emergency medicine · 2024Article
- Interacting with patients at risk of self-harm or suicide - A qualitative study of community pharmacists and pharmacy staff.Exploratory research in clinical and social pharmacy · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundIn recent years, increases in the number of patients in emergency departments (ED) have led to continuous work intensification. To handle this problem, the treatment effectiveness has to be maximized. One strategy that may help to optimize workflow is the use of standard operating procedures (SOPs). We investigated the existence of SOPs and subjective effects on treatment in German EDs.
methodsWe performed an online survey from February 2015 until June 2016. We collected data regarding the existence of SOPs, health care level, medical field, work experience, and education. All professional groups participating in the treatment of patients were requested to take part in the survey.
resultsSeventy-five percent of the 589 participants in the survey confirmed the existence of SOPs in their EDs. SOPs were more frequently available in hospitals with higher health care levels. Participants working in EDs without SOPs felt less confident regarding treatment of patients. More than 85% of these participants were in favor of having SOPs. The absence of SOPs was associated with a subjective delay in patient treatment.
conclusionMost of the EDs had available SOPs. In departments without SOPs, most physicians wanted them to be implemented. SOPs seemed adequate in terms of supporting workflow and satisfaction with patients' treatment.
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