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U.S. ERs face growing strain as patients misuse them for non-emergencies, stressing staff and resources.
Emergency room staff across the U.S. shared widespread frustrations over patients using ERs for non-emergencies, including minor injuries, routine concerns, and preventable conditions due to lack of primary care access or health knowledge.
Many reported dealing with patients demanding unnecessary medications, refusing treatment, or arriving late with worsened conditions.
The recurring theme highlighted growing strain on ERs, limited resources, and the emotional toll on staff, underscoring the need for better public understanding of when emergency care is truly needed.
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Las salas de emergencias de EE.UU. se enfrentan a una tensión creciente a medida que los pacientes las utilizan indebidamente para situaciones no urgentes, estresando al personal y los recursos.