Journal of emergency nursing : JEN : official publication of the Emergency Department Nurses Association
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Sudden cardiac death in the young is devastating for the family and the community. Although it has diverse etiologies, many are inherited. ⋯ Careful assessment of the history of present illness, family history, and electrocardiogram can guide clinical teams toward sometimes rare and difficult diagnoses. The purpose of this review article is to summarize the bench to bedside diagnosis of inherited dysrhythmia syndromes, which if missed on first presentation to the emergency department, have significant implications for the patient and the entire family.
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Editorial Biography Historical Article
Winds of Change: Anita N. Dorr Memorial Lecture.
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Super-utilizers comprise 4.5% to 8% of all ED patients, but account for 21% to 28% of all ED visits. Excessive use of the emergency department contributes to increased health care costs, recurrent and unnecessary ED workup, decreased emergency readiness, and reduced staff morale. ⋯ Personalized care plans effectively decreased the number of ED visits, reduced health care expenditure, and were well-received by the staff.