Still in the ED

• Explain why we would like them to stay and the management options as clearly as possible
• Assess mental capacity (over 16 years)
• Complete
  • Adult: self discharge paperwork
  • Under 18: self discharge paperwork
• Remember under 18’s, legally don’t have the right to refuse treatment (however, the principles of the mental capacity act should be applied)

Left ED

• Assess the risk, do we need to:
  • Police safe & well check
  • Contact patient/next-of-kin
  • Inform GP
  • Inform Safeguarding team
  • Did not wait/complete treatment– flow chart
• Inform Nurse-in-Charge
• Add to handover board if actions are required by the in-hours team

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