Emergency Departments (EDs)

This study examines the adoption and implementation of inpatient hallway boarding as a strategy to reduce emergency department (ED) boarding—a major patient safety concern. 

This study examines the adoption and implementation of inpatient hallway boarding as a strategy to reduce emergency department (ED) boarding—a major patient safety concern. It covers what the practice involves, why it’s considered a best-practice countermeasure, and how hospitals are approaching its adoption and implementation, including barriers and considerations for capacity leaders.