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A literature review on patient transport in Intensive Care units.
Date Submitted: 07/16/2004 04:23:54
Length: 17 pages (4730 words)
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Abstract: Background This review of the current literature of the intra-hospital transport of critically ill patients addresses the type and incidence of adverse effects, risk factors and risk assessment. The review will explore the available information on efficiency and cost-effectiveness of transferring such patients for diagnostic or therapeutic interventions within the hospital. Methods and guidelines to prevent or reduce potential hazards and complications are provided. Methods A Medline search was performed using the terms 'critical …
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