COVID-19
What medical supply experienced a 4,100% increase in demand in New York City during COVID-19?
Certain medications like albuterol and fentanyl
What term describes areas with few physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals?
Medical deserts
What major life milestone is leading to a decrease in the nursing workforce?
Retirement
How many N95 respirators were estimated to be needed monthly in the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic?
over 300 million
What is the estimated physician shortage in the U.S. by 2034?
30,000 to 100,000 physicians
What percentage of nursing programs could not accept qualified applicants due to a lack of faculty?
Nearly two-thirds.
How many gowns are needed for a single COVID-19 ICU patient in 24 hours?
14 gowns
What is one reason many potential medical students are deterred from entering the field?
High cost of education and significant student debt
What factor directly contributes to high burnout rates among nurses?
Long hours and insufficient staffing
What was one of the largest contributing factors to PPE shortages during COVID-19?
Demand far exceeding domestic production capabilities
What percentage of physicians practice in rural areas, even though 20% of Americans live there?
11%
What population trend is increasing the demand for nursing care?
An aging population with chronic conditions
What did the Strategic National Stockpile struggle with during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Meeting the unprecedented demand for essential supplies.
What three solutions were proposed to address the physician shortage?
Expanding resident positions, growing technology, and building stronger teamwork
What cycle exacerbates nursing shortages by increasing stress on remaining staff?
Burnout and attrition