Hospitals, Volume 2, Issue 1

Background: With so much emphasis currently on Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), we examined the characteristics of U.S. hospitals making commitments to SDOH and engagement with community social determinant programs and activities (CSDPAs). Metho...

Introduction: Chronic neck pain is a prevalent condition that challenges physical therapists (PTs) due to its multifactorial etiology. Differential diagnosis is crucial for identifying the underlying causes and providing appropriate interventions. Ho...

Objective: This study investigates alarm fatigue among ICU nurses in China and its influencing factors to optimize alarm management. Methods: This study was conducted using a cross-sectional design. In May 2022, electronic questionnaires were distrib...

IV line connectors often become contaminated between infusions, which leads to line infections. A flexible shield was developed to prevent this by means of passive protection. It was tested in a simulated bedside environment and protected from touch...

The implementation of evidence-based practice (EBP) is crucial for improving patient outcomes and healthcare delivery, yet it faces significant challenges in acute care settings due to organisational barriers, resource limitations, and leadership com...

Slips and fall-related accidents cause a significant number of injuries in hospitals. Due to constant movement of doctors and nurses across different departments in hospitals such as OPD, trauma centres, and ICUs, there are possible interactions of t...

Hospital and health system bankruptcies and closures continue to rise in the United States. They are troubling news not only for patients and communities but also for insurance companies. Hospital closures often lead to higher costs for insurers due...

The role of clinical trials cannot be ignored due to its contribution to innovative treatment, therapies, and drug development in promoting quality service delivery. We investigated and explored the management aspect of clinical trials and its impact...