Podcast #85 - Transitioning Patient Care Within The ED

​Every time we transfer the care of a patient, we are performing in many ways a high risk maneuver.  It is so second nature to many that we do not think about the risks.  However, according to the Joint Commission up to 80% of serious preventable medical errors are attributed to poorly communicated handoffs.  It begs the question, how do we better transition the care of patients within the emergency department (ED).