Brit J Hosp Med
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This article reviews the need for empathy, and what happens in its absence in an acute hospital setting, using the example of a homeless man in an emergency department. Three simple but meaningful changes that all healthcare practitioners can make are recommended to promote empathy.
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Editorial Review
Disordered activity? A review of the quality of epilepsy care provided to adults presenting to hospital with a seizure.
The National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death reviewed the quality of care provided to adults who presented to hospital following an epileptic seizure. Clinical and organisational changes are highlighted that aim to improve patient care and outcomes.