Emergency Room

Written By Amy Tsai

Emergency room is designed to sustain life. It’s purpose is provide treatment to life threatening situations that requires immediate medical attention.

Triage system: ER doesn’t always mean fast service

When to go to ER:

  • Respiratory Distress

  • Severe chest pain​

  • Severe Bleeding​

  • Loss of Consciousness​

  • Fever of 103F or higher​

  • Broken Bones​

  • Mental Health Crisis/Suicidal Ideations ​

Amy Tsai
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