Category Guideline

Mental Health Catchment Areas

SCGH Mental Health Catchment Areas: This list includes the catchment areas that we accept for assessment at SCGH Note that this list is a combined list that includes all patients that would normally be referred to Graylands (from Subiaco, Osborne…

Pulmonary Embolism Initial Diagnostic Pathway

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SCGH Pulmonary Embolism Initial Diagnostic Pathway should be used to determine the appropriate investigation of all patients presenting with suspected pulmonary embolism. This form can be found under the “BAT” phone in a slot next to the ED Procedural Sedation…

Sepsis

Here is the SCGH ED Suspected Sepsis Triage Screening Tool NOTE: A senior emergency doctor is contacted directly by the nursing staff (usually from triage) when a patient meeting the appropriate criteria are identified. Triage Screening Tool: Other Resources: Here are…

Atrial Fibrillation with Tachycardia

This guideline is designed to assist in the appropriate management of patients presenting with tachycardia related to acute or acute on chronic atrial fibrillation [PDF] References: Quick reference guide: Atrial Fibrillation Information for the Health Practitioner. DOHWA 8/2014 WATAG ‘Prescribing…

Language and Interpreter Services

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Professional interpreters should be used to communicate with people with limited English comprehension and speaking capacity in all situations concerning their medical condition and/or treatment. Information Needed Prior to Referral: How to work effectively with an interpreter: Weekdays 08:30-17:00: OR…

Transthoracic cardiac pacing

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Guideline describing the indications, contraindications, procedure and complications of transthoracic cardiac pacing Indications Patient with symptomatic bradycardia and a palpable pulse who has not responded to pharmacological therapy. High-grade AV blockade Cardiac arrest with ventricular standstill, but atrial activity present.…