According to a study from Monash University, parental intuition is often a better indicator of a child's critical illness than vital signs traditionally monitored. Analyzing data from nearly 190,000 emergency hospital visits, researchers found that parents frequently express concerns about their child's health before vital readings reflect deterioration. This highlights the importance of involving families in healthcare, especially under initiatives like Martha's rule, which originated after the tragic death of Martha Mills. The study indicates that respecting parental insight could lead to improved patient outcomes, especially in critical situations.
A study reveals that parental intuition surpasses vital sign analysis in predicting critical illness in children, advocating for family input in hospital care.
Data from almost 190,000 emergency visits indicate that 19.3% of parents voiced concerns about their child's deterioration prior to any medical signs appearing.
The tragic story of Martha Mills emphasizes the vital role of parental input; timely recognition of family concerns could have changed the outcome for her.
A campaign prompted by Martha Mills’ parents has led to a piloting of 'Martha's rule', promoting urgent reviews of treatment when families express concern.
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