Factors influencing diagnostic accuracy among intensive care unit clinicians - an observational study.

Paul A Bergl; Neehal Shukla; Jatan Shah; Marium Khan; Jayshil J Patel; Rahul S Nanchal

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Factors influencing diagnostic accuracy among intensive care unit clinicians - an observational study.

January 24, 2024

Bergl PA, Shukla N, Shah J, et al. Diagnosis (Berl). 2024;11(1):31-39.

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Misdiagnosis is a major contributor to morbidity and mortality in the intensive care unit (ICU). This study sought to understand the diagnostic accuracy of ICU attendings, fellows, advanced practice providers, and nurses. Contextual factors of self-reported confidence in the diagnosis, stress levels, and perception of patient's prognosis were analyzed as potential influencers on accuracy.

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