Table 1

Breakdown of participants within doctor and nurse categories

CategoryDescriptionParticipants
Emergency physicianMedical specialist in emergency medicine. Completed 4 years of specialist training after medical degree.24
Medical officerA doctor who completed a medical degree and internship. May be working in the ED, but not a specialist.18
Professional nurse4-year degree or diploma nurse. Independent practice.25
Enrolled nurseEducated in practice-based nursing. Supervised practice.14
Nurse assistantEducated to provide basic nursing care. Supervised practice.3
Total84