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Definition
of
Triage
from
CQC: Scope of registration - Glossary of terms
Triage is determining the urgency of diseases, disorders or injuries to decide the order of treatment for people and where to treat them.
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Plain English definition
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Triage
from
Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster
The process of deciding whether you need urgent medical attention, and how long you are able to wait. When you go to A&E or to a walk-in clinic, you will be asked questions about your symptoms. A decision will then be taken about how quickly you need to be seen, and who you need to be seen by.
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