Abstract |
Our unfunded trauma patients often lack the access to adequate health care services and equipment after hospital discharge. We have developed and implemented a pilot program to provide reclaimed durable medical equipment to medically indigent trauma patients. Our program includes the reuse of items such as front-wheeled walkers, bedside commodes, shower chairs, crutches, and canes.
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Authors | Aaron J Wright |
Journal | Journal of trauma nursing : the official journal of the Society of Trauma Nurses
(J Trauma Nurs)
2012 Jan-Mar
Vol. 19
Issue 1
Pg. E5-6
ISSN: 1078-7496 [Print] United States |
PMID | 22415511
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- California
- Crutches
- Durable Medical Equipment
- Equipment Reuse
- Humans
- Pilot Projects
- Program Evaluation
- Toilet Facilities
- Trauma Centers
- Uncompensated Care
- Walkers
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