Triage implementation audit at the adult emergency department of Debre Tabor Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In an emergency room, triage is a crucial element that determines the clinical urgency of patients. Triage can dictate important decisions on the use of resources and the treatment that patients need. Many patients are seen later than necessary, wasting resources and time, and some may even be discharged without being seen, risking their lives. This study aimed to determine whether the triage tool was fully completed, properly measured, and documented, the triage early warning score (TEWS) was calculated, and whether patients were examined, distributed, and managed in appropriate areas.

Methods

An institution-based cross-sectional study with a retrospective chart review was conducted at Debre Tabor Comprehensive Specialized Hospital by selecting patients' charts

SUBMITTER: Kassa BD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11667607 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature