1. An accurate tool for measuring ED saturation levels in an urban EMS system: Phoenix's year-long experience 
Eric W. Heckerson, RN, MA, NREMT-P 
Journal of Emergency Nursing 
Volume 28, Issue 5, Pages (October 2002)
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2. Figure 1
Desert Samaritan Medical Center Facility diversion worksheet. “Divided by 55” is the sum of the numerators from each of the 5 sections of the form. The bottom portion of the form outlines the 2 criteria for code purple.
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3. Figure 2
ED diversion/saturation level worksheet explanation form. This information, provided on the back side of the ED diversion saturation form, explains how to use the form.
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4. Figure 3
AEMS diversion tracking form. This was the initial draft of a form used to track the use and variables of ED diversion. AMB, ambulatory; PTS, patients.
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