Improving Quality and Safety in the Endoscopy Unit (On-Demand) | October 2024-Addressing Patient Transportation Barriers

Addressing Patient Transportation Barriers

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Video Summary

The video discusses the challenges and guidelines surrounding the need for a responsible adult to escort patients home post-sedation from procedures like endoscopies and colonoscopies. It highlights the significant numbers of procedures performed annually and the issues faced by patients who cannot secure a driver due to social isolation or personal choices. Various guidelines from medical societies and legal precedents are reviewed, alongside potential solutions like alternative transportation or observing patients for longer periods. The emphasis is on developing localized policies with risk management teams to mitigate legal risks and ensure patient care access.

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T.R. Levin, MD MS

Keywords

post-sedation escort

medical guidelines

social isolation

transportation solutions

risk management