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Richardson, S. | ||||
| Title | Increasing patient numbers: The implications for New Zealand emergency departments | Type | Journal Article | ||
| Year | 1999 | Publication | Accident & Emergency Nursing | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | 7 | Issue | 3 | Pages | 158-163 |
| Keywords | Emergency nursing; Organisational change | ||||
| Abstract | This article examines influences that impact on the work of the Emergency Departments (EDs). EDs are noticing increased attendance of patients with minor or non-urgent conditions. This increase in patient volume, together with on-going fiscal constraints and restructuring, has placed an added strain on the functioning of EDs. New Zealand nurses need to question the role currently given to EDs and identify the issues surrounding the increased use of these departments for primary health care. | ||||
| Call Number | NRSNZNO @ research @ 1108 | Serial | 1093 | ||
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