Accelerated Care in Emergency [ACE]
For any patients who are part of this program (also known as 'frequent flyers' in the RCH emergency department) the ACE staff will be happy to provide a one page laminated document that outlines suggestions for care when these patients present to adult emergency departments
This Emergency proforma (Word) is a useful tool to assist staff that may not be familiar with the patient. It is also reassuring for the patient to carry this with them so they are not required to explain their often detailed history repeatedly. However, it must be understood that this will serve only as a guide. It does not replace the considerable knowledge and expertise of the staff in adult health care settings.