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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Carsen Holaday

These are the worst things you can do in an ER, doctors say

There are lines that should not be crossed in order to keep everyone safe, medical experts say - (Getty Images)

Emergency room visits are known for being prolonged, expensive, and can be scary, but that doesn’t mean they can’t run smoothly.

Anyone who has spent time in the hospital, visited someone or watched a medical drama like The Pitt knows that the high-stress environment of an ER is not only because of the natural panic linked to an emergency, but also because the U.S. healthcare industry has faced struggles including staffing shortages, low wages and emotional burnout.

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