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 |
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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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