Treat and Refer - Overview

Question 1

Which patients are not covered by the Treat and Refer CPGs?

Answer 1

Elderly or frail pts

Paediatrics

Question 2

What factors should paramedics take into account when providing referral advice to pts/carers?

Answer 2

1. Anxiety/stress of pt or carer
2. Communication barriers
3. Health literacy and ability to follow recommendations

Question 3

If treating and referring, and a paramedic is unsure on specific advice to provide regarding a minor condition, the pt should be referred to…?

Answer 3

GP.

Question 4

What are the 3 listed factors that increase pt risk if not transported under Treat and Refer?

Answer 4

1. Abnormal vital signs
2. Significant co-morbidities
3. Inability to self-care

Question 5

Under TnR, if referral to an alternative care provider is not available within a clinically appropriate time frame, then…?

Answer 5

Pt must be transported.