Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3228788 | Annals of Emergency Medicine | 2015 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
Postdischarge factors, including perceived inability to access timely follow-up care and uncertainty and fear about disease progression, are primary motivators for return to the ED. Many patients prefer hospital-based care because of increased convenience and timely results. Further work is needed to develop alternative pathways for patients to ask questions and seek guidance when and where they want.
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Authors
Kristin L. MD, MS, Kevin A. BA, Meghan MD, MBE, Judd E. MD, Brendan G. MD, MA, Judy A. PhD,