Manuscript Type: Original Article Title of Manuscript: Communication and
Management Strategies in Emergency Department: A Comprehensive Analysis
of Applications to the Ministry of Health Communication Center
Abstract
Introduction: This study aims to analyze emergency department
applications made to the Ministry of Health Communication Center due to
situations arising during the delivery of emergency health services. The
objective is to contribute to the development of in-hospital emergency
health services and to provide recommendations for improving these
services. Methods: In this retrospective study, applications
made to Ministry of Health Communication Center (MOHCC) regarding
emergency departments between January 1, 2018, and December 31, 2018,
were examined. Applications were randomly sorted, and every 50th
application was included in the study sample. Data recorded included the
applicant’s degree of proximity, type of emergency, area of evaluation
in the emergency department, personnel involved in the application,
whether the application included violence, the follow-up and conclusion
method, and the reasons for the application. Results: The total
number of calls was 4,977,748, with 2,088,725 applications made. A total
of 955 applications meeting the study criteria were analyzed. Findings
showed that 59% of the applications were complaints, with the least
being for notifications, harassment allegations, and expressions of
gratitude. The most frequent applications were directed towards
secondary emergency departments at a rate of 53.7%. Additionally,
66.9% of the applications were related to the green area. The personnel
involved in the applications were found to be hospital management in
37.9% of the cases. In 15% of the applications, violent language was
detected. Conclusion: To improve the quality of services
provided in hospital emergency departments and to enhance patient
satisfaction, hospital management should prioritize necessary
improvements. Furthermore, healthcare personnel should develop their
knowledge, skills, and professional abilities, improve their attitudes
and behaviors, and enhance their communication skills.