> And, as for the reaction you describe Mike, I have yet to visit an A&E
> department that acted so unprofessionally. I seriously suggest that you
> pass
> on your concerns to your superiors. (RT)
Hi Richard
I do not believe my reflection upon A&E decisions is necessarily
unprofessional on their part. It is mostly an A&E perception that continued
resuscitation is futile based on time down and dignity to the patient and
relative. It is frustrating at times but there are occasions when we can do
nothing further for the patient in the field and have to transport with the
knowledge that when get the patient into A&E they will terminate within 10
minutes. That's the way it goes.
I have always spoken about such incidents with the docs at the time and also
as generalised chat with consultants at a later date. I have seen this in
all A&E depts I have worked into (except one). That is not to say that on
all occasions this happens - just occasionally.
There is no need to inform my managers as I deal with any issues directly
with doctors on a clinical basis - I don't need manager to fight for me.
Mike
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