CES Pathway

Question 1

Explain Pathway 1

Answer 1

Immediate A&E referral-> clinical letter (HP notes pad)-> on pad write symptoms, reasons for admission and contact number->take photo of letter and email to admin-> call A&E and provide handover if there is time

Question 2

Explain Pathway 2

Answer 2

Seek 2nd opinion from senior clinician->senior physio follows pathway 1-> if not, call a senior clinician-> if unavailable, refer to pathway 1

Question 3

Explain Pathway 3

Answer 3

Speak to GP for 2nd opinion-> GP may assess anal tone-> if unavailable refer to pathway 1