作者: Laura Brennaman , Blake Boursaw , Annette Christy , Robin Meize-Growchowski
DOI: 10.1007/S11414-015-9487-2
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摘要: Delayed access to involuntary mental health examination for people who receive care in emergency departments (EDs) was examined, and factors that influenced delayed were explored. A retrospective review of records the 12 months prior data collection conducted address study questions. The services utilization model served as conceptual framework this study. Societal, system, individual considered examining by adult ED patients. Records 170 sought EDs required examinations at two hospitals Florida sources data. mean duration delay 14.9 h. determinants significantly associated with longer delays being male, increased age, intoxication. findings can inform allocation resources increase opportunities positive long-term outcomes following care.