Paramedic Adult Triage at a Clinical Assessment Centre - RC VTAC Guidelines

Abstract

All patients are assessed for LOA, HR, RR, SpO2, BP, Temp, Cap refill - calculate the NEWS2 Score*. The paramedic determines whether the patient continues to be managed by the paramedic, undertakes a video consult for physician management or gets referred immediately to the Emergency Department. The criteria outlined in this guideline determines the patient management pathway.