Publications by authors named "Sonia Ming-Jiu Chiou"
Differences in Characteristics and Length of Stay of Elderly Emergency Patients before and after the Outbreak of COVID-19.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
January 2023
Article Synopsis
- - The study examined how COVID-19 impacted elderly emergency department (ED) patients in Taiwan by comparing data from before (2019) and during (2020) the pandemic.
- - Researchers found that ED visits dropped significantly during the pandemic, peaking at a 32% decrease in March 2020, and the average length of stay (LOS) for patients also decreased with fewer diagnoses reported.
- - The findings suggest that the pandemic has altered elderly patients' behavior in seeking emergency care, highlighting the need for improved understanding and management of healthcare resources in Taiwan's aging population.
Article Synopsis
- A study in Taiwan assessed emergency physicians' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding the Choosing Wisely campaign, which aims to minimize unnecessary medical care.
- Only 38.9% of emergency physicians were familiar with Choosing Wisely, yet they scored an average of 70.1% on knowledge questions related to the campaign.
- Positive attitudes towards Choosing Wisely were linked to better behaviors; factors like supervisory experience and familiarity with the campaign improved knowledge, while age had a negative impact.