Stopped: Pursuing an alternative clinical trial
Many patients who present to the emergency department (ED) receive a vast array of diagnostic tests, some of which might not be useful. Providers often feel obligated to order so many tests to protect themselves against the risk of being sued. The investigators believe if a standard of care providing legal protection for certain clinical conditions were agreed upon and followed, unnecessary testing would significantly decrease in the ED, which, in turn, would improve patient safety, augment the quality of care delivered, and increase patient satisfaction.
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
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Timeframe: June 15, 2022 - March 31, 2024