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Lithium Toxicity Management

SCGHED Education Toxicology 340

This guideline for the management of lithium toxicity should be used as an adjunct to the advice of the Clinical Toxicologist on call as well as the Toxicology Handbook. [PDF Guideline] Date implemented – 4/2016 Review date – 4/2019 Author…

Stroke Call Criteria

SCGHED Guideline 1 340

Here is the current SCGH Criteria for urgent activation of the “Stroke Team”. If criteria are met, then call 55 and tell the operator “Stroke Call”, give the location and follow the rest of the protocol below. The document below…

Pulmonary Embolism Initial Diagnostic Pathway

SCGHED Guideline 2 340

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…

Language and Interpreter Services

SCGHED Guideline 4 340

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…