Reducing the Length of Time Psychiatric Patients Who Are Assessed as Requiring an Adult Mental Health Inpatient Bed Spend in the Emergency Department; a Systemic Quality Improvement Journey
Quality improvement project reduces emergency department wait times for psychiatric patients, suggesting a systemic approach can enhance care pathways.
Key Points
Psychiatric patients experienced reduced wait times in emergency departments, leading to faster access to care.
Quality improvement strategies showed a decrease in admissions to mental health inpatient wards, supporting better resource allocation.
Collaboration between mental health professionals enhanced patient assessments and care planning, improving overall system flow.
Staff engagement in quality improvement fostered a culture of innovation and empowerment within adult mental health services.