18 Questions
What is the purpose of triage in a medical setting?
To justify proposed management plans
What does SOAP charting stand for?
Subjective, objective, assessment, plan
Which of the following is an example of a legal consideration in documentation?
Obtaining consent for treatment
In the context of triage, what do triage categories represent?
Levels of acuity
What is the main goal of triage in a medical emergency?
To provide immediate care based on severity
Which component is NOT part of SOAP charting?
Family medical history
What should be documented to ensure concise, chronological documentation in a medical record?
Consent for treatment
What key information is used to match the level of acuity during triage?
ESI/TAS
What is the primary goal of triage in an emergency room setting?
To correctly assign patient disposition based on their triage category
Which statement best describes the purpose of triage?
To rapidly sort patients to determine who needs immediate care and who can wait
In a triage scenario, what does it mean to correctly assign patient disposition?
To assign patients to the appropriate level of care based on their triage category
What major types of triage practices are commonly used in emergency departments?
Immediate triage, Delayed triage, Minimal triage
What is a key aspect of the major types of triage practices known as 'delayed triage'?
Patients are seen after those with more severe injuries or conditions
Which method is used for patient transportation during triage in emergency situations?
Ambulances, motorbikes, and helicopters
What role does the zone play in the process of triage?
Prioritizing patient care according to urgency
How does the concept of 'segregating who gets first treatment' relate to the practice of triage?
'First treatment' involves assigning urgent care to critical cases first
Which statement best describes the classification of patients based on their triage category?
Patients are sorted based on urgency and need for care.
In a disaster scenario, what is the primary goal of using a system of priorities in triaging patients?
To maximize the number of survivors through treatment allocation
Learn about the definition, purpose, major types of practices, and how to assign the appropriate patient disposition based on their triage category. Prepared by Jong Ting Ting.
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