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Investigating primary healthcare resource utilization, triage system awareness, and time expectations among patients presenting at emergency departments in Jordan: a cross-sectional study

Authors :
Mohammad M. Alnaeem
Khaled H. Suleiman
Amal M. Ababneh
Nour Alrida
Source :
Emergency Care Journal (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
PAGEPress Publications, 2024.

Abstract

This study aims to investigate patients' knowledge of the triage system, utilization of primary healthcare resources, and expectations for waiting times in Jordanian Emergency Departments (EDs). A descriptive, cross-sectional design was employed in the EDs in the largest public hospitals in Jordan. Convenient sampling resulted in 726 participants. A self-reported questionnaire included socio-demographic information and instruments assessing primary healthcare use, triage system awareness, and expected waiting times. Most participants (61.3%) lacked awareness of the triage system. The use of primary healthcare was influenced by age, education, marital status, current job, nationality, and location. Having a primary healthcare provider was associated with higher patient satisfaction. Significant variations in expected waiting times for diagnostic test results were noted based on gender, place of residence, education, current job, and marital status. Addressing patient awareness of the triage system is crucial for optimizing healthcare accessibility and quality in Jordanian EDs. Improving patient education, communication, and primary care utilization can enhance patient outcomes, reduce ED burden, and contribute to a more efficient healthcare system.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
22822054
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Emergency Care Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.81b2be5e494c32be30250c09fbc796
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4081/ecj.2024.12549