Nurse-led triage of new sleep referrals is associated with lower risk of potentially contraindicated sleep testing: a retrospective cohort study.

Lucas M DonovanBrian N PalenAdnan SyedRichard BlankenhornKelly BlanchardWilliam J FeserKate MagidJustina GamacheLaura J SpeceLaura C FeemsterLaurie FernandesSusan KirshDavid H Au

Published in: BMJ quality & safety (2020)

Our results suggest that incorporating registered nurses into triage decision-making may improve the quality of diagnostic care for OSA.

Keyphrases

emergency department
decision making
healthcare
sleep quality
quality improvement
physical activity
obstructive sleep apnea
palliative care
primary care
mental health
depressive symptoms
positive airway pressure
chronic pain
health insurance