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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES MANUAL - Department of Health

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CODE BROWN<br />

HOSPITAL TRIAGE TEAM<br />

Composed <strong>of</strong>:<br />

An Experienced Triage Nurse and An Experienced<br />

Medical Officer.<br />

• Re-triage patients upon arrival in Ambulance Bay<br />

• Ensure patients receive a disaster identification number, and Disaster Admission<br />

Pack*<br />

• Assign doctor/nurse teams.<br />

• Prioritise patients for immediate: Investigation<br />

• Consult,<br />

• Theatre if required<br />

*see Appendix 1<br />

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