Nurses and the Emergency Unit: a Comprehensive Overview
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Emergency units (EUs) are critical components of healthcare systems, providing immediate care to patients with acute illnesses or injuries. Nurses play an indispensable role in these high-pressure environments, managing patient care, triaging, and ensuring the seamless functioning of emergency services. This article examines the role of nurses in emergency units, highlighting their contributions, challenges, and the skills required to thrive in this demanding setting. It also explores strategies to support emergency nurses and improve patient outcomes.
Source: Sciences in Nursing and Health
DOI: 10.61784/snh3005
Author: Aloy-Amadi Winifred Udodirim
Institution: Rivers State University
Language: English
Subfield: Emergency Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4406477488