Cross ‐sectional study of emergency department presentation triage categories at Goondiwindi Hospital and their effect on the treatment of acute emergencies

ConclusionsAlthough patients of all acuities presented to Goondiwindi Hospital, low‐acuity presentations were more common than reported at larger hospitals. Frequent interruptions impairing attention to more urgent tasks were noted at Goondiwindi Hospital, causing delayed treatment of sick patients. Educating the local community in the appropriate use of public health services would help direct more attention to the most ill seeking medical care at rural emergency departments such as Goondiwindi Hospital.
Source: Australian Journal of Rural Health - Category: Rural Health Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research