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So, with the new work hour restrictions coming down the pipe, I have been working on the committee for my residency program to change our current schedule to fit the new rules. One of the things that has been the topic of some discussion is the issue of overnight coverage.
I would like to get some more detailed descriptions of how your programs do nights in posts, but the poll will address a basic question that may either support or weaken my side of the discussion.
The basic question: approximately how many patients is each intern (or intern equivalent, if for instance you have a ward covered solo by a junior) responsible for managing in a fairly busy night at your institution?
I am aware that interns need to have senior oversight, and I know that in pediatrics our census can vary drastically depending on the time of year, the day of the week, and the lunar cycle. Use posts to address more detailed descriptions if you would be so kind, such as your program size, number of inpatient teams, or any comments about varying acuity that alters your coverage.
Thanks in advance for the input.
I would like to get some more detailed descriptions of how your programs do nights in posts, but the poll will address a basic question that may either support or weaken my side of the discussion.
The basic question: approximately how many patients is each intern (or intern equivalent, if for instance you have a ward covered solo by a junior) responsible for managing in a fairly busy night at your institution?
I am aware that interns need to have senior oversight, and I know that in pediatrics our census can vary drastically depending on the time of year, the day of the week, and the lunar cycle. Use posts to address more detailed descriptions if you would be so kind, such as your program size, number of inpatient teams, or any comments about varying acuity that alters your coverage.
Thanks in advance for the input.