Patient satisfaction using handheld ultrasound at emergency department in Jordan University Hospital

Patient satisfaction using handheld ultrasound at emergency department in Jordan University Hospital

Handheld Ultrasound, Patient Satisfaction, Emergency Medicine, Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS),
Butterfly POCUS

Introduction The use of portable ultrasound equipment in emergency medicine has shown the capacity to greatly
improve patient care in the swiftly changing field. This research evaluates the influence of the Butterfly POCUS device
on patient contentment in the Emergency Department at Jordan University Hospital.
Materials and Methods We conducted a cross-sectional survey of 98 patients to examine their satisfaction levels
after undergoing an ultrasound examination. We then evaluated these levels in relation to demographic and clinical
characteristics.

Results Seventy eight percent of the patients expressed a high level of satisfaction with their evaluation. This satisfac-
tion level was consistent across all patient demographics, with no notable differences. Significantly, there was a clear

correlation between greater satisfaction levels and higher first pain ratings, indicating that the technology effectively
addresses patient concerns and enhances the diagnostic experience.
Conclusion The findings of our study support the wider use of portable ultrasound technology in emergency care
settings, emphasizing its ability to greatly enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes. Further investigation should
include multicenter trials to authenticate these results and investigate the long-term effects on clinical practice.
Keywords Handheld Ultrasound, Patient Satisfaction, Emergency Medicine, Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS),
Butterfly POCUS

Ihab Alasasfeh1*, Yousef Almashakbeh2

, Shadin Jwaifel1

, Farah AlSheikh1

, Hiba Mihyar1 and

Nansi M. Abdelrahim3

https://doi.org/10.1186/s12245-024-00701-6

2024

Peri Irawan

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