ER Triage: Master the ESI System
Learn the essential skills of emergency room triage, including the ESI system, rapid assessment, and critical thinking to prioritize patients effectively under pressure.
Sessions
ESI Levels 4 & 5
After this session, you'll be able to quickly identify ESI Level 4 and 5 patients, ensuring efficient flow for less acute presentations.
5 min
ER Triage: ESI Level 3
After this session, you'll be able to accurately assign ESI Level 3 to patients who are stable but require multiple diagnostic or therapeutic resources.
5 min
ER Triage: ESI 1 & 2
After this session, you'll be able to identify patients requiring immediate, life-saving interventions (ESI 1) or those at high risk (ESI 2) based on critical cues.
5 min
Triage Origins
After this session, you'll be able to explain how the concept of triage originated and why it's crucial in modern emergency medicine.
5 min
MCI Triage Basics
After this session, you'll be able to explain the fundamental differences between daily ER triage and mass casualty triage, and identify the basic categories of START/SALT.
5 min
Triage: Critical Thinking & Comm.
After this session, you'll be able to identify key critical thinking strategies and communication techniques essential for effective triage in high-stress environments.
5 min
What you'll achieve
Understand the historical context and core principles of triage.
Accurately assign ESI levels (1-5) based on patient presentation and resource needs.
Identify immediate life threats and high-risk situations requiring ESI Level 1 or 2.
Distinguish between ESI Level 3, 4, and 5 patients based on stability and resource utilization.
Apply mass casualty triage principles (START/SALT) and categorize patients in disaster scenarios.
Develop critical thinking skills for rapid assessment and decision-making in the ER.
Practice effective communication techniques for patients, families, and team members during triage.
Recognize and mitigate common cognitive biases in the triage process.