In Case of Emergency is a documentary film directed by Carolyn Jones and produced by IMG Studios. The film examines the role of emergency departments in the United States and how they have become the safety net for a variety of public health challenges, including COVID-19, the opioid crisis, gun violence, and lack of insurance.
The film follows emergency nurses across the United States who are on the frontlines of providing care for patients, often under difficult and challenging conditions. The nurses form the backbone of the emergency department and are responsible for addressing the physical and emotional needs of patients before sending them back into the world.
The film highlights the challenges faced by emergency nurses in providing care to patients, such as dealing with patients who are homeless, mentally ill, or drug-addicted. It also examines how the lack of insurance and the inability to pay for medical care has contributed to the overcrowding of emergency departments.
In Case of Emergency provides an in-depth look at the pressures faced by emergency nurses and the vital role they play in addressing some of the biggest public health challenges facing the United States today. The film is a powerful reminder of the importance of investing in public health and ensuring that our emergency departments have the resources they need to provide the best possible care to patients.
