The continuing need to formalize pre-hospital triage, highlighted by a case of unusual injury

Objective. To examine the literature pertaining to the use of peer-led education in patient safety. Findings. Four studies met the inclusion criteria: two were conducted in health care students and two in medical practitioners. Three studies used pre-post evaluation, with one containing a comparator group. One study a post-intervention evaluation only. All studies undertook Kirkpatrick Level 2 evaluations, showing significant improvements in attitudes and knowledge. One study undertook Level 3 and 4 evaluations, showing improvement in self-reported behaviors and engagement in quality improvement initiatives. Summary. There are few studies evaluating peer-led education in patient safety and formal and high-quality evaluations are lacking.

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The continuing need to formalize pre-hospital triage, highlighted by a case of unusual injury

Abstract: SUMMARYA case is reported of portal vein tear, which, although ultimately fatal, as a result of massive haemorrhage, demonstrates the continuing need to formalize and audit pre-hospital tirage.

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