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communicate their needs. Additionally, informed patients can provide timely feedback and alert staff to any changes in their condition, enabling quicker interventions and better outcomes. Patient engagement solutions, like those developed by DNV Imatis, improve communication between clinical staff and patients, reducing reliance on the traditional hospital pull-cord. Patients can submit a specific need digitally, saving hospital staff valuable time and energy. Equally important, the portal provides patients with authenticated access to relevant information associated with their stay. For patients, the accessibility to information adds an extra layer of security. Hospital stays can be challenging, and patients may experience stress and reduced ability to absorb all the information they receive. Therefore, in addition to requesting assistance for simple needs like a glass of water or help with toileting, the portal grants patients authenticated access to relevant information about their stay. This includes details about responsible personnel, appointments and daily plan information, and other relevant details recorded by the hospital. At a time where confusion and uncertainty often prevail, the information also contributes to the patient having a better understanding of their treatment plan. Patients can also easily convey information such as self-reporting or their dietary restrictions and preferences, avoiding the risk of allergic reactions. Involving patients in decision-making and
care planning creates more patient-centred and effective care plans, reducing the risk of errors and adverse events.
The role of effective bed capacity management in patient safety Another key component of patient safety is effective bed capacity management. Insufficient bed capacity can lead to longer wait times in emergency departments, delayed procedures and overcrowding, increasing the risk of infection and medical errors.
An electronic bed capacity management (eBCM) system is one means of addressing this challenge. Such a system can reduce unduly slow admissions and quickly get patients into the correct ward. If beds need to be allocated elsewhere in the hospital, an eBCM system helps clinicians keep track of patients in areas outside their respective specialties, significantly improving patient safety.
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