Triage category | Explanation |
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A&E | Callers are advised to seek urgent medical attention from their nearest A&E department. |
GP Urgent | Callers are advised to contact a GP within 2 to 4 hours |
GP Routine | Callers are advised to contact the GP for the next available appointment. |
Self care | Callers are advised to care for themselves in their own home. This may include advice to take over the counter medication and/or to contact a GP or A&E, should the symptoms persist or deteriorate. |