Max Rady College of Medicine

Term: Emergent Admission

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-02-21

Definition:

Patients who have a life threatening condition requiring immediate assessment and treatment. Delay is harmful to the patient (Does not necessarily mean that the patient entered the hospital through the emergency department.)

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References 

  • Manitoba Health Services Commission. Hospital Abstract User Manual. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Health Services, Commission; 2000. 0-0.(View)


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