DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN HEALTHCARE: THE ROLE OF INDUSTRY 4.0 TECHNOLOGIES IN EMERGENCY CARE

The study aims to analyze the contributions of Industry 4.0 in identifying signs and symptoms in hospital emergencies. It explores the impact of emerging technologies, such as the Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and real-time monitoring, on optimizing triage, early diagnosis, and the efficiency of emergency healthcare services. This is a literature review based on the Virtual Health Library and official documents, such as publications from the Ministry of Health. The search strategy used Health Sciences Descriptors and alternative terms to ensure comprehensive research coverage. Articles published between 2014 and 2024 were included. The findings indicate that the application of Industry 4.0 in the hospital sector enables faster and more accurate diagnoses, improving the identification of signs and symptoms in emergencies. Technologies such as the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence allow continuous patient monitoring, enabling the prediction of clinical complications before they worsen. Additionally, the interoperability of hospital systems facilitates communication between departments, reducing operational failures and optimizing resource allocation. The technological advances of Industry 4.0 play a fundamental role in the digital transformation of emergency healthcare. Future research may explore the impact of these technologies in real clinical scenarios and develop strategies for broader and more effective adoption in the healthcare sector.