Patients in crisis could wait up to 72 hours for transfer to other facilities
Muskoka hospitals departments are adding saferooms to their emergency rooms, according to an article on the Muskoka Region website.
Many hospitals across Canada have seen an increase in violent incidents.
Renovations to the active emergency departments started so each would have two specially designed and equipped rooms that could protect patients at high risk of violence or harm to themselves or others.
Patients in crisis could wait up to 72 hours for transfer to other facilities.
July 12, 2019
Topic Area: Security
Should We Be Testing Toilet Water in Patient Restrooms?Research suggests transmission of Legionella pneumophila through toilet flushing should be considered when investigating a Legionnaires’ disease case.
Healthcare Union Petitions for Increased Staff Safety at HCA Florida HospitalsThe petition follows a recent nurse assault and 160 calls to law enforcement this year at one hospital alone.
HGA Announces Completion of the Jeffrey and Patricia Cole PavilionThe new outpatient facility is at the Cleveland Clinic’s Cole Eye Institute in Cleveland, Ohio.
Healthcare Facilities Look to Future-Proof FacilitiesNew buildings aren’t going to stay new forever. It is up to designers to consider the future with their designs
Yale New Haven Health Experiences Data BreachAt no point did this incident impact their ability to provide patient care