Why is it taking so long?
Dr. Jeyakumar Ponnuthurai, a made-up host, answers this for kids on a sample page for pediatric emergency departments.
Dr. Jeyakumar Ponnuthurai Pediatric emergency physician
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Transcript
Hi, I'm Dr. Ponnuthurai, a pediatric emergency physician.
Why is it taking so long?
A visit to a children's emergency department has several steps, with waiting in between. Kids who need help the fastest are seen first, so the order can change.
First, a nurse checks you and asks questions. Then you may wait to see a doctor. The doctor might ask for a test, like an x-ray. Holding very still helps the x-ray picture come out clear. Results can take a while.
When the results are ready, the doctor explains them to you and your grown-up.
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