Publications by authors named "B E Madsen"
Background: To investigate the incidence, demographic characteristics, etiologies, surgical interventions, hospital stays, and neurologic outcomes associated with watersport-related traumatic spinal cord injuries (TSCI) in New Zealand.
Methods: Retrospective study collected data from New Zealand's two spinal rehabilitation units, the Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Unit (ASRU) and the Burwood Spinal Unit (BSU). It included adults aged over 16 years, between January 2007 and December 2021 with new TSCI secondary to traumatic watersport activities.
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- Emergency departments face significant risks for medical errors, prompting the development of a comprehensive ED Safety Checklist aimed at enhancing patient outcomes across various international settings.* -
- The checklist was created through a modified Delphi consensus process involving experts from 34 countries, with initial items gathered from a systematic review, followed by rounds of evaluation to reach an 80% agreement for inclusion.* -
- The final checklist consists of 86 items, which include a general ED Safety Checklist and five domain-specific checklists that focus on critical areas of care, improving communication, and preventing medical errors in emergency settings.*
Introduction: We tested the feasibility of adding a potassium binder to enable increased renin angiotensin aldosterone system inhibition (RAASi) and reduce albuminuria in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). In a controlled trial design, a potassium binder was introduced exclusively in patients developing hyperkalemia after intensified RAASi, thereby mirroring clinical decision-making.
Methods: We planned to include 140 patients aged 18 to 80 years with estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) 25 to 60 ml/min per 1.
Introduction: Patients who stay in the emergency department (ED) for prolonged periods of time require verification of home medications, a process known as medication reconciliation. The complex nature of medication reconciliation can lead to adverse events and staff dissatisfaction. A multidisciplinary team was formed to improve accuracy, timing, and staff satisfaction with the medication reconciliation process.
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