Point-of-care testing in the overcrowded emergency department – can it make a difference?

RT @DrMBarrett: @angharadgriff @danihalltweets @kiddr_7 @jordan_evans98 @drdlh77 Inc tests as an ED commits to POC testing or FastTrack dia…

@angharadgriff @danihalltweets @kiddr_7 @jordan_evans98 @drdlh77 Inc tests as an ED commits to POC testing or FastTrack diagnostics (ecg/cxr/labs) as a soln to get patients' disposition safely is invitable. POCT is part of the suite of solutions within the

The integration of #PointofCare platforms can enhance access and speed of diagnostic and monitoring procedures, especially as #EmergencyDepartments suffer from overcrowding. Read the full article by @kevindrooney and Ulf Martin Schilling here: https://t.

Very interesting literature review. ''Point Of Care Testing' to reduce ED overcrowding and improve patient flow. POCT - opportunity to significantly reduce waiting times for blood results compared to sending to labs. How many EDs use POCT? #patientflow