Trauma Triage and Assessment services at METS, are crucial for efficiently and effectively managing patients who have experienced traumatic injuries or medical emergencies. Here are some common components:

Triage: Triage involves the rapid assessment and prioritisation of patients based on the severity of their injuries or medical conditions. Patients are categorised into different priority levels (e.g., immediate, urgent, non-urgent) to ensure that the most critical cases receive immediate attention.

Assessment: Skilled medical professionals conduct a thorough evaluation of each patient’s condition. This assessment includes collecting vital signs (such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate), obtaining a medical history, and performing a physical examination. Diagnostic tests like X-rays, CT scans, and laboratory tests may also be ordered to gather more information.

Stabilisation: For critically injured or ill patients, immediate stabilisation is often necessary. This may involve interventions such as administering intravenous fluids, pain management, wound care, or intubation and mechanical ventilation.

Treatment Planning: Based on the triage and assessment results, a treatment plan is developed. This plan may involve surgery, medication, rehabilitation, or other interventions as needed to address the patient’s specific injuries or medical issues.

Continuous Monitoring: Patients in critical condition are closely monitored in the hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU) or specialised trauma unit. This monitoring ensures that any changes in the patient’s condition are promptly addressed.

METS Trauma Triage and Assessment Service plays a vital role in promptly and effectively managing patients facing traumatic injuries or medical emergencies. Their commitment to providing high-quality care includes the rapid prioritisation of cases, thorough assessments, and tailored treatment plans. With a multidisciplinary team of medical experts and access to state-of-the-art facilities, METS is well-equipped to handle critical situations, ensuring that patients receive the necessary care and attention to optimise their chances of recovery.