Can more efficient use be made of x ray examinations in the accident and emergency department?

Authors :: Gleadhill, D.N.S.
Thomson, J.Y.
Simms, P.
Source :: British Medical Journal (Clinical Research Edition). 4/11/1987, Vol. 294 Issue 6577, p943. 5p. 1 Diagram, 4 Charts, 2 Graphs.
Publication Year :: 1987
Abstract: Studies the use of x-ray examinations in the accident and emergency departments of hospitals in Great Britain. Factors affecting the system for safety x-ray reporting; Influence of clinical experience with trauma on the ability of doctors to interpret radiographs; Suggestion in minimizing errors in interpreting radiograph results.

Subjects :: *X-rays
*HOSPITAL emergency services
*RADIOGRAPHY
*EQUIPMENT & supplies

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