Triage nurse X-ray protocols for hand and wrist injuries

Hunter, D. (2010) Triage nurse X-ray protocols for hand and wrist injuries. Emergency Nurse, 17(9), pp. 20-24. (doi: 10.7748/en2010.02.17.9.20.c7536) (PMID:20209751)

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Abstract

Enabling triage nurses to request X-rays has a number of benefits for patients and staff. This article describes the development of a protocol and in-house training programme that allows triage nurses to assess patients with hand and wrist injuries, make a differential diagnosis of potential fracture and request X-rays. The protocol not only improves patients’ journeys, but also empowers members of the emergency department’s nursing team to develop new skills.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Hunter, Dr David
Authors: Hunter, D.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Nursing and Health Care
Journal Name:Emergency Nurse
Publisher:RCN Publishing
ISSN:1354-5752
ISSN (Online):2047-8984

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