Nose bleeds are a bloody common problem (bad pun intended) – most originating at the front to the nose where there is a cluster of blood vessels – Little’s Area.
In the young the bleeding often starts after trauma (e.g. picking or punching noses). In the elderly however, it is commonly a manifestation of underlying vascular disease. Read more
We are part of the West Yorkshire Major Trauma Network with our MTC at LGI
We know that from time-time patient are brought to us and we find injuries that are more appropriate to manage at the MTC. This is inevitable as the on scene triage tool is never going to identify every major trauma patient – this is a failing of the tool not the crew. The decision tree below can help you arrange transfers in the most timely and appropriate manner. Read more
Document Severity @ discharge: Remember sometimes well children that it is appropriate to discharge can deteriorate. So ensure the reason for your decision is well documented, and the patient is safety netted.
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Signs of acute Lower Respiratory Tract illness (LRTI) [Cough] &:
NIPPV 3 machines are used throughout the trust to deliver NIV and CPAP – and should be commenced in ED if transfer to ward/ICU is adding significant delay
This video demonstrates how to set up CPAP on the NIPPV 3
Not normally difficult to spot, but look for it in unexplained anaemia, or collapse.
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Anyone being admitted should be brought to HRI
Emergency Endoscopy is arranged by Med Reg
try the Emergency Drug Cupboard
COPD patients vary widely, due to their comorbidities, social circumstances, and wishes. So choosing the best treatment pathway for the patient can be complex. Involve senior decision makers.
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