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Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)

WebStep 2: Start IV fluids. If moderate dehydration (5-7%) give 10 mL/kg sodium chloride 0.9% over 30-60 minutes to restore the peripheral circulation. If severe dehydration (8-10%) …

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Empiric Antibiotic Guidelines

WebThese updated guidelines outline the initial and appropriate empiric antibiotics for specific clinical conditions in a non-immunocompromised patient, until the organism(s) and …

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Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD)

WebPurpose: The purpose of the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN) Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) Practice Guideline is to promote safe management of the …

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Approved Abbreviation List for Use in Medical Records

Web4 Medical Diagnoses. Medical diagnoses must be written in full. If, however, a medical diagnosis appears on the Approved Abbreviation list, it must be written in full in the first …

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Pressure Injury Prevention and Management

WebThe above linked document is a NSW Ministry of Health Policy Directive authored by the CEC and requires mandatory compliance. This document needs to be read in

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WOUND ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT

WebWound infection may be defined as a quantitative bacterial count of 105 colonies of bacteria per gram of tissue or per ml of wound fluid. The presence of microorganisms invade …

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PROCEDURAL SEDATION IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

WebOne of the most important roles of the Emergency Department team is to relieve pain, associated anxiety and fear during procedures. Administering adequate sedation during …

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ENROLLED NURSE (EN): SCOPE OF PRACTICE

WebDOCUMENT SUMMARY/KEY POINTS. The Enrolled Nurse (EN) is a person with appropriate educational preparation to be licenced under Australian Health Practitioner …

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Nurse Initiated Medication

WebDescription of the drug: Paracetamol is commonly used within paediatric emergency departments for safe and effective pain relief of mild-moderate pain or management of …

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IV Fluids and Electrolyte Therapy

WebThis guideline is to recommend initial (first 8 hours) fluid and electrolyte therapy and make recommendations relevant to ongoing fluid and electrolyte management. All children, …

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DOCUMENT SUMMARY/KEY POINTS

WebWaste Management Training Program. Waste Management information, education and training are part of the SCHN’s Mandatory Training for all workers and must be …

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H COMMUNITY VISITING RISK MANAGEMENT

WebCommunity visiting includes facilities such as schools, childcare centres, community centres and other health services. Management must ensure that the Home Visit Safety Risk …

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Separation of Employment

Web1.1 Notice period for separation of employment. Employees are encouraged to give as much notice as possible, however, the notice period must not be less than that provided by the …

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Between the Flags

WebThe purpose of this document is to describe the Between the Flags (BTF) and R.E.A.C.H programs, and associated procedures for recognising and responding to a deteriorating …

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SAFE USE OF SENSORY EQUIPMENT AND SENSORY ROOMS

Web1.1 About this document. The purpose of this document is to provide procedural guidance on the safe use of sensory equipment and sensory rooms within the Sydney Children’s …

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PRACTICE GUIDELINE

WebPotassium levels between 8 hours and a maximum of 24 hrs after initiating treatment, until potassium corrected. Note: Any patient on greater than 0.25 mmol/kg/hr (or greater than …

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Oral Rehydration Vomitting Diarrhoea ED

WebChildren with vomiting and dehydration can often be successfully managed with oral fluids. Using appropriate oral solutions, clinical assessment, monitoring and evaluation this …

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UNIFORMS DRESS CODE AND APPEARANCE

Web2 Policy Statement. All staff must wear a clearly visible badge with their name and position/role1. This badge should be worn at chest height so it is easily read by parents …

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