Healthcare Law in Triage-References

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This reference list provides a collection of sources related to healthcare law and its implications in the context of triage and patient care. <br /><br />The first article by Assid (2007) focuses on the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), highlighting the key information that healthcare professionals need to know about this law.<br /><br />Basu, Costa, and Jain (2017) discuss the obligations of clinicians to use qualified medical interpreters when providing care to patients with limited English proficiency. They emphasize the importance of effective communication in healthcare settings.<br /><br />The article by Bond (2008) examines the implications of EMTALA on nursing triage and staff education in the emergency department, shedding light on the impact of this law on nursing practices.<br /><br />Li, Brennan, Kreshak, Castillo, and Vilke (2019) present a retrospective analysis of patients who leave the emergency department without being seen and examine their follow-up behavior. This study provides insights into the consequences and potential risks associated with patients leaving without receiving care.<br /><br />McConnell (2020) discusses legal and regulatory constructs in emergency nursing, providing an overview of the legal framework that governs emergency healthcare.<br /><br />The Joint Commission (2022) provides resources and information on patient-centered communication, emphasizing the importance of effective communication strategies in providing patient-centered care.<br /><br />The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (2020) offers resources on limited English proficiency (LEP) in healthcare, aiming to promote effective communication with patients who have language barriers.<br /><br />Overall, these sources contribute to the understanding of healthcare law and its implications in triage and patient care, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements in the provision of healthcare services.

Keywords

healthcare law

triage

patient care

EMTALA

qualified medical interpreters

limited English proficiency

nursing triage

patients leaving without care

legal framework

patient-centered communication