Thủ Thuật Hướng dẫn Why do people choose to go to the emergency room? Chi Tiết
Bùi Nhật Dương đang tìm kiếm từ khóa Why do people choose to go to the emergency room? được Cập Nhật vào lúc : 2022-12-15 21:16:06 . Với phương châm chia sẻ Mẹo Hướng dẫn trong nội dung bài viết một cách Chi Tiết 2022. Nếu sau khi đọc nội dung bài viết vẫn ko hiểu thì hoàn toàn có thể lại phản hồi ở cuối bài để Tác giả lý giải và hướng dẫn lại nha.In life, accidents happen and the unexpected can arise the drop of a hat. But what to do in those situations and where should you go when they come up? To find out, we spoke with Emergency Department Director John Lazarus about the differences between real emergencies and problems better handled by urgent care.
Nội dung chính Show- Emergent or UrgentReasons to Go to the Emergency DepartmentAdvancements in Emergency CareCall 911 immediately if you are experiencing a medical emergency or symptoms of a heart attack or stroke.Signs of an EmergencyWhen to go to an Urgent Care ClinicIf you are not Sure, Talk to SomeonePrepare nowReview Date 8/13/2020What reasons should you go to the ER?Why is the ER the most important?What are three of the most common ER visits for?Who uses the ED the most?
Emergent or Urgent
“Emergent problems can be subjective, but there are some good guidelines we can go by in making a determination of emergency,” explains Lazarus. “The most basic guidelines for what make a situation emergent is if your life, limb or vision is stake. If any of these things are in danger, we would call that an emergency. Other conditions outside of life, limb, or vision also warrant immediate intervention (as described below) because of the likelihood of the condition getting worse and possible organ failure. We also know there are patient populations that are higher risk of death — this includes children under 2 years of age, geriatric patients, and those with a weakened immune response.”
Reasons to Go to the Emergency Department
Read on for a sample of some of the reasons you should seek emergency treatment right away. If you have an emergency, never attempt to drive yourself to the hospital, as you’ll not only put your own life in danger, but also the lives of those around you. If you have an emergency, call 911 immediately and wait for the ambulance.
- Any sudden or severe pain, or uncontrolled bleedingChanges in visionChest or upper abdominal pain or pressureConfusion or changes in mental function, such as unexplained drowsiness or disorientationCoughing or vomiting blood, or bright red blood in bowel movementsDifficulty breathing or shortness of breathDifficulty speaking, slurred speech, or sudden severe headacheFainting, sudden dizziness, or weakness on one side of your body toàn thân or facePoisoning or exposure to dangerous chemicalsSeizures lasting longer than five minutes or new onset seizuresSevere injuries like broken bones and head injuries, or injuries that came from an accident or fall, like intense back or neck pain, fractures and dislocations of bones, deep cuts, or severe burnsSevere or persistent vomiting or diarrheaSevere or worsening reaction to an insect bite or sting, or to medication, especially if breathing becomes difficultSigns of meningitis in adults: severe headaches, neck/joint pain and stiffness, vomiting, high temperature, and sensitivity to lightSuicidal or homicidal feelings
For everything else, seek treatment one of our many convenient AdventHealth Centra Care locations, or see your primary care physician.
Advancements in Emergency Care
“There have been huge advancements made to emergency care in just the last few years and over the last 15 years, as well,” says Lazarus. “New technologies and newer equipment like the rapid fluid infuser, bedside ultrasound and intra-osseous infusion have enabled us to improve the timeliness of care and administration of medication to emergent patients.”
These new technologies allow the medical staff to deliver care that used to require much longer treatment times and more transportation around the emergency department, where they can now come right to your bed.
“Our emergency departments are equipped with advanced testing equipment, labs and access to a wide variety of life-saving medications. And all our nurses have been trained and certified in emergent cardiac, pediatric and trauma care to provide you with the highest level of fast-paced advancement of care for your entire well-being.”
Call 911 immediately if you are experiencing a medical emergency or symptoms of a heart attack or stroke.
When the EMS professional asks which hospital to take you to, choose whole-person care from the ER experts AdventHealth. Find your nearest Emergency Room.
Whenever an illness or injury occurs, you need to decide how serious it is and how soon to get medical care. This will help you choose whether it is best to:
- Call your health care providerGo to an urgent care clinicGo to an emergency department right away
It pays to think about the right place to go. Treatment in an emergency department can cost 2 to 3 times more than the same care in your provider's office. Think about this and the other issues listed below when deciding.
Signs of an Emergency
How quickly do you need care? If a person or unborn baby could die or be permanently disabled, it is an emergency.
Call 911 or the local emergency number to have the emergency team come to you right away if you cannot wait, such as for:
- ChokingStopped breathingHead injury with passing out, fainting, or confusionInjury to neck or spine, particularly if there is loss of feeling or inability to moveElectric shock or lightning strikeSevere burnSevere chest pain or pressureSeizure that lasted 3 to 5 minutes
Go to an emergency department or call 911 or the local emergency number for help for problems such as:
- Trouble breathingPassing out, faintingPain in the arm or jawUnusual or bad headache, particularly if it started suddenlySuddenly not able to speak, see, walk, or moveSuddenly weak or drooping on one side of the bodyDizziness or weakness that does not go awayInhaled smoke or poisonous fumesSudden confusionHeavy bleedingPossible broken bone, loss of movement, particularly if the bone is pushing through the skinDeep woundSerious burnCoughing or throwing up bloodSevere pain anywhere on the bodySevere allergic reaction with trouble breathing, swelling, hivesHigh fever with headache and stiff neckHigh fever that does not get better with medicineThrowing up or loose stools that does not stopPoisoning or overdose of drug or alcoholSuicidal thoughtsSeizures
When to go to an Urgent Care Clinic
When you have a problem, do not wait too long to get medical care. If your problem is not life threatening or risking disability, but you are concerned and you cannot see your provider soon enough, go to an urgent care clinic.
The kinds of problems an urgent care clinic can giảm giá with include:
- Common illnesses, such as colds, the flu, earaches, sore throats, migraines, low-grade fevers, and limited rashesMinor injuries, such as sprains, back pain, minor cuts and burns, minor broken bones, or minor eye injuries
If you are not Sure, Talk to Someone
If you are not sure what to do, and you don't have one of the serious conditions listed above, call your provider. If the office is not open, your phone call may be forwarded to someone. Describe your symptoms to the provider who answers your call, and find out what you should do.
Your provider or health insurance company may also offer a nurse telephone advice hotline. Call this number and tell the nurse your symptoms for advice on what to do.
Prepare now
Before you have a medical problem, learn what your choices are. Check the website of your health insurance company. Put these telephone numbers in the memory of your phone:
- Your providerThe closest emergency departmentNurse telephone advice lineUrgent care clinicWalk-in clinic
References
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine website. What is urgent care medicine. aaucm.org/what-is-urgent-care-medicine/. Accessed October 25, 2022.
American College of Emergency Physicians website. Emergency care, urgent care - what's the difference? www.acep.org/globalassets/sites/acep/truyền thông/advocacy/value-of-em/urgent-emergent-care.pdf. Updated April 2007. Accessed October 25, 2022.
Findlay S. When you should go to an urgent care or walk-in health clinic: knowing your options in advance can help you get the right care and save money. www.consumerreports.org/health-clinics/urgent-care-or-walk-in-health-clinic. Updated May 4, 2022. Accessed October 25, 2022.
Review Date 8/13/2022
Updated by: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Family Medicine, UW Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
What reasons should you go to the ER?
Reasons to Go to the Emergency Department. Any sudden or severe pain, or uncontrolled bleeding.. Changes in vision.. Chest or upper abdominal pain or pressure.. Confusion or changes in mental function, such as unexplained drowsiness or disorientation.. Coughing or vomiting blood, or bright red blood in bowel movements..Why is the ER the most important?
The ER is the largest organelle in the cell and is a major site of protein synthesis and transport, protein folding, lipid and steroid synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism and calcium storage [1–7].What are three of the most common ER visits for?
The most common specific reasons for treat-and-release ED visits were abdominal pain, acute upper respiratory infection, and nonspecific chest pain.Who uses the ED the most?
ED Use Has Been Increasing Higher visit rates among adults over age 65 are also to be expected: as people age, their health deteriorates. Young women (age 19–34) have the highest per capita visit rate among non-elderly adults (about 42 visits per 100). Tải thêm tài liệu liên quan đến nội dung bài viết Why do people choose to go to the emergency room?