Created by
Deb Harris
2002
CAEP and NENA have outline the effects of overcrowding on the ED as
1. Inadequate Patient Care
2. Prolonged Delays in the treatment of Pain and Suffering
3. Long Waiting Times and Patient Dissatisfaction
4. Ambulance Diversions
5. Decreased Nurse/Physician Satisfaction
6. Negative Effect on Teaching and Research
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