#157 Handoffs: Contingency Planning
Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast
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Navigating Patient Care During Overnight Shifts
This chapter explores the challenges of managing patient care during overnight shifts, focusing on the importance of effective communication and contingency planning between day and night teams. Through personal anecdotes and specific case studies, it emphasizes the need for updated information and flexibility in response to patient needs, particularly in complex situations involving pain management and treatment protocols. The conversation ultimately highlights the impact of thorough handoffs on patient outcomes and the shared responsibility of healthcare providers in ensuring continuity of care.
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