Entry into the NSW Trauma System
An injured patient enters the trauma system via two means:
- Private transport to a hospital
- Transported from the scene of the injury by an ambulance or helicopter to a hospital, which is determined by a trauma triage process whereby a decision is reached which determines which hospital is the most appropriate for the patient.
Upon arrival at a hospital, by whichever mode of transport, the patient undergoes a systematic assessment of their injuries. Injury diagnosis, treatment and progress through the hospital are planned and monitored.
If deemed necessary a patient may require transfer to a more appropriate level of service within the trauma system.
Injured patients should progress to recovery, rehabilitation and discharge in a timely fashion with appropriate referral to post acute care as required.
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