Evaluating use of telemedicine within a minor injury unit.
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This article outlines a pilot study using telemedicine to assess chest pain in a minor injury unit. It discusses how the pilot was set up and the benefits of telemedicine for both patients and staff. Bridgwater Community Hospital has recently won an award from the Community Hospitals Association for its use of cardiology telemedicine in its unit.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Nursing times
دوره 104 42 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2008