Emergency Triage

This book offers a comprehensive guide for telephone triage, enhancing patient assessment and care through the established Manchester Triage System.

The book Emergency Triage serves as a vital companion to the original text, focusing specifically on telephone triage and advice. It is anchored in the Manchester Triage System (MTS), a globally recognized method for clinical prioritization used in hospitals. This system's algorithms are designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of triage processes, ensuring that patients receive appropriate care based on their clinical needs.

In this telephone-based adaptation, Emergency Triage addresses the unique challenges faced when assessing patients remotely. The book outlines a robust, evidence-based framework for managing clinical risks for individuals who may be far from healthcare facilities. The triage outcomes are clearly defined, allowing professionals to categorize patients as needing immediate, soon, or later face-to-face consultations, alongside self-care options. It emphasizes the importance of providing actionable advice, ranging from life-saving measures to self-care recommendations.

Comprehensive in its approach, Emergency Triage equips telephone triage staff with essential information and practical examples of questions to ask during assessments. This resource is invaluable for those working in emergency departments, health centers, and telephone triage organizations. Hospitals already utilizing the original Emergency Triage will find this guide beneficial, as it aligns with the same protocols, ensuring a seamless integration of care across different triage settings.