Accident and Emergency Department Introduction
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What is the primary function of the Accident and Emergency department (A&E)?

  • Providing routine check-ups and vaccinations
  • Managing chronic medical conditions
  • Assessing and treating people with major trauma, serious injuries, and illnesses (correct)
  • Performing elective surgeries

What are some of the conditions treated in the A&E department?

  • Loss of consciousness and severe chest pain (correct)
  • Chronic skin conditions
  • Routine dental check-ups
  • Cosmetic surgeries

What are some alternative names for the Accident and Emergency department (A&E)?

  • Casualty Emergency Department (ED) (correct)
  • Outpatient Clinic
  • Rehabilitation Center
  • Maternity Ward

Why is it important for the emergency department to be easily visible and accessible from the streets?

<p>To ensure quick access for emergency vehicles and patients (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of triage in the emergency department?

<p>To sort patients for providing optimum care consistent with their medical need (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area is responsible for the treatment of non-ambulant patients in the emergency department?

<p>Acute treatment area (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should be available in the emergency department as per the workforce requirements?

<p>Consultants, RN with trained EMT, and administrative staff (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the accident and emergency services?

<p>To provide immediate and correct lifesaving medical care (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the administrative staff in the emergency department?

<p>To maintain records such as observation and follow-up records (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen when a patient is discharged from the emergency department?

<p>The patient's condition and other hospital facilities should be evaluated based on work performed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a decontamination area in the emergency department?

<p>To handle patients exposed to hazardous substances or infectious materials (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the triage process play in the emergency department?

<p>Sort patients for providing optimum care consistent with their medical need. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key purpose of having ramps for wheelchairs and pedestrian access in an emergency department?

<p>To support patient flow by providing access to different functional areas. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen with mobile X-ray equipment bay in an emergency department?

<p>It should be used for conducting X-rays for patients as needed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are isolation rooms necessary in an emergency department?

<p>To prevent the spread of infectious diseases among patients. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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