There are a number of models of streaming to primary care including (but not exclusively);
Rapid
decision
by
non‐clinical
reception
staff
–
using
simple
protocols.
Rapid
clinician
assessment
–
typically
by
a
senior
nurse
and
typically
taking
less
than
two
minutes.
Patients
wait
for
a
full
clinical
assessment
process,
usually
taking
five
to
15
minutes.
We are looking at how we can best integrate a primary care stream within the ED especially out of hours. I would appreciated any SOP/protocols how you do within your hospital. Plus any pitfalls etc
We realise it will not be a panacea to the 4 hour problems but may at least be an extra resource.
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