Patient flow variability and unplanned readmissions to an intensive care unit*
Critical Care MedicinePublished 20 October 2009
David Baker, Peter J. Pronovost, Laura Morlock, Romergryko G. Geocadin, Christine G. Holzmueller
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Days of high patient inflow volumes to an intensive care unit were associated significantly with subsequent unplanned readmissions to the unit, and the data indicate a possible dose-response relationship betweenintensive care unit inflow and patient outcomes.
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Days of high patient inflow volumes to the unit were associated significantly with subsequent unplanned readmissions to the unit. Furthermore, the data indicate a possible dose-response relationship between intensive care unit inflow and patient outcomes. Further research is needed to understand how to defend against this risk for readmission.
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