What happens in the emergency department?

Your need for care and the urgency of your situation is assessed either before or on arrival at the emergency department.

The emergency department process starts on arrival.

On registration, the patient’s name and current address are entered or updated in the system.

Every patient arriving at an emergency department will be assessed for need and urgency of care.

A nurse will interview you to make a more detailed assessment of your condition.

Examinations are carried out to establish your medical status.

The emergency departments provide all urgent care services in the region in all situations.

You will be seen by a doctor or a nurse who will examine your medical problem and provide the necessary care.

Procedures are sometimes performed to treat sudden illnesses and injuries at the emergency department.

The patient’s condition is monitored during and after the examinations and procedures.

The emergency department process ends with the patient’s discharge or referral for further treatment.