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ACTRITE: Acute Chest Triage Rapid Intervention Team.

S Callaghan1

  • 1Accident and Emergency Department, University Hospital, Aintree, Liverpool, UK.

Accident and Emergency Nursing
|May 8, 1999
PubMed
Summary

The Acute Chest Triage Rapid Intervention Team (ACTRITE) integrates primary and secondary care for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations. This service enables safe and preferred home care with comprehensive nursing and physician support.

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Area of Science:

  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Healthcare Management
  • Nursing Practice

Background:

  • Acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) place a significant burden on healthcare systems.
  • Effective integration of primary and secondary care is crucial for managing COPD patients.
  • The North Mersey Community (NHS) Trust (NMCT) sought to improve care for patients with acute chest conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development and function of the Acute Chest Triage Rapid Intervention Team (ACTRITE).
  • To present a retrospective audit of 50 patients managed by the ACTRITE service.
  • To demonstrate the integration of primary and secondary care for acute COPD exacerbations.

Main Methods:

  • Development of the ACTRITE service, a collaboration between NMCT and Aintree Chest Centre.
  • Establishment of a specialized nursing team within the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department.
  • Retrospective audit of 50 patients assessed and managed by the ACTRITE team.
  • Holistic patient assessment to determine suitability for home-based care.

Main Results:

  • The ACTRITE service successfully integrates hospital and community care for COPD exacerbations.
  • A significant number of patients were identified as suitable for home-based management.
  • The service provides comprehensive support, including nursing visits and out-of-hours district nursing.

Conclusions:

  • The ACTRITE model facilitates effective management of acute COPD exacerbations in the community.
  • Integrating specialized nursing and medical support enhances patient care and potentially reduces hospital admissions.
  • Holistic, patient-centered care at home is a viable and preferred option for many COPD patients.

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