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Infant hip clinic referral form
Vaccination referral form
Assessment and management of babies who are accidentally dropped in hospital
DGRI NNU Guideline for Management of Cord Blood Gas Results
NNU Admission Criteria
Antenatal Drugs for NAS Monitoring
Vaccination Referrals from ED
Paediatric Antimicrobial Guidance
Children’s Services Resolution and Escalation Protocol
Blunt Chest Wall Trauma/Rib Fractures
Information for Parents Carers of Children Having Investigations in Relation to Unexplained Injuries + Consent form
Bruising and Injuries in Babies and Children – Parents Leaflet
Multi-Agency Protocol for Injuries to Non-Mobile Children
Flowchart for children attending Galloway Community Hospital (GCH) for NAI Follow Up Skeletal Survey
Flowchart for children attending DGRI for NAI Follow-Up Skeletal Survey
Cognitive Function
Conscious Level
Kidney Biopsy Complications
Parenteral Iron for Non-HD CKD Patients
Fracture Management Guidelines (Paediatric)
Fracture Management Guidelines (Adult)
Management of Hypertension in Acute Stroke
Prescribing for CAU Patients Still in ED
Hypothermia
Deactivation of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
Myeloma
Croup
Care Of Burns In Scotland (COBIS) Paediatric Guidance
Management of Epistaxis
Sore Throat Differential Diagnosis
Dizziness Differential Diagnosis
Peritonsillar Abscess/Quinsy
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Mastoiditis
Otitis Media
Otitis Externa
Extravasation of IV Amiodarone
WoS Paediatric Drooling and Aspiration Guideline
Palliative Care – How to Refer
Eating Disorders
Stroke Care
Warfarin
Anticoagulation for AF, DVT and PE
Molnupiravir
MyPsych Foundation Doctors Toolkit
Paediatric Febrile Neutropenia Guidance
PAEDIATRIC HYPOGLYCAEMIA MANAGEMENT in NON DIABETIC CHILDREN
Paediatric Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Guideline
Child Protection Policies and Procedures (D&G)
Management of Acute Behavioural Challenges in Adolescents and Young People presenting to Secondary Care
Cancer of Unknown Primary
Patients Returning from Interventional Cardiac Procedure
Treatment of Malaria
Discharging Patients on High Dose Steroids
Sotrovimab
Paediatric Ketone Correction Guideline
Insulin Correction Factor Table (Paediatrics)
Management of uncomplicated Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) in under 16s
Management of Hypoglycaemia in Children with Type 1 Diabetes
Newly diagnosed diabetic – not in DKA (Walking wounded)
Proton Pump Inhibitor Guideline for Neonatal and Paediatrics
Stroke – Post Thrombolysis
Neonatal Guidelines
Gentamicin Prescribing (Paediatrics)
Management of Anaphylaxis (Paediatrics)
Management of Prolonged Seizures (Convulsive Status Epilepticus) in Children
Bronchiolitis
Acute Wheeze or Asthma in Paediatrics
Conscious Proning
Covid-19 Basics
Remdesivir
Thromboprophylaxis
Identifying Patients in the Highest Risk Groups
Steroids for Patients with Covid-19 Infection
IL-6 Inhibitors – Tocilizumab or Sarilumab
Baricitinib
Paxlovid (Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir)
Influenza A
Inhalers for Adults with Asthma
Standard Operating Procedure for AMU
Trigger Finger/Thumb
Osteoarthritis of the Hand/Thumb
Mallet Finger
Ganglion
Dupuytren’s Contracture
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Clozapine
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Methadone/Buprenorphine
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Corticosteroids
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Items Not Prescribed by GP
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Patients on Chemotherapy Regimes
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Medication for Parkinson’s Disease
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Insulin
Prescribing Advice on Admission
Medical Emergencies in Eating Disorders (MEED)
Gentamicin & Vancomycin
HIV Testing Guidelines
Metabolic Syndrome Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD)
Greener Inhaler Prescribing
C4 Predischarge Beds Handover
Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines
Blood Glucose & Steroids
IV Fentanyl & Morphine for Acute Pain in Adults
Assessment & Management of Acute Pain
Hospitalised and Has Coronavirus19 Infection (No suspected Viral Pneumonia Syndrome)
Hospitalised Due to Coronavirus19 with Likely Viral Pneumonia
Bi-Level NIV S/T Guidelines for CCU Phase
Bi-Level NIV S/T Guidelines for ED Phase
Adults With Incapacity
Premenstrual Syndrome
Pelvic USS
Boarding
Coeliac diagnosis pathway (Adults)
Voice clinic
Ear Wax
Dermatology
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
Malignant Melanoma
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Nipple Discharge
Early Cancer Diagnostic Clinic (ECDC)
Genetics Referrals
Breast Infections
Breast Pain
Primary Care Prescribing Guidelines
Emergency Department
Anaesthetics and Chronic Pain Team
Respiratory Referrals
Chronic Cough Pathway
GP Clinical Handbook Test
Paediatric Bronchiolitis
Early Cancer Diagnosis Clinic (ECDC)
Obstetrics & Gynaecology/Medicine Admission Agreement
Idiopathic Intrancranial Hypertension
Urology Out of Hours
Urology Out of Hours
Sengstaken/Minnesota Tube for Bleeding Varices
Eradication of Helicobacter pylori
Transfer from Galloway Community Hospital
Repatriation of Patients from Tertiary Hospitals
THROMBOPROPHYLAXIS IN PREGNANCY – Appendix 1, Risk factors
THROMBOPROPHYLAXIS IN PREGNANCY – Appendix 3, Postnatal assessment & management
THROMBOPROPHYLAXIS IN PREGNANCY – Appendix 4
THROMBOPROPHYLAXIS IN PREGNANCY – Appendix 2, Management of women with previous VTE
THROMBOPROPHYLAXIS IN PREGNANCY, LABOUR AND THE PUERPERIUM
Orthopaedic VTE Risk Assessment
Sodium Glucose Transporter 2 Inhibitors (SGLT2i)
Cardiology Referrals
Vascular Referrals
‘Watershed’ Conditions
Myasthenia Gravis
Gentamicin in Renal Replacement Therapy
Vancomycin in Renal Replacement Therapy
REDMAP Poster
Realistic Conversations
Summary Plan for Deteriorating Health
Treatment Escalation Plans
Ambulatory Care for Blood and/or Iron Infusion
Principles for Light Touch Patients – B2
Clostridiodes difficile Infection
Post Astra Zeneca Vaccine Headache
Blood Culture
Rhabdomyolysis
Analgesia
Acute Appendicitis
Small Bowel Obstruction
Elective Admission – Colorectal Surgery
Trauma Admissions
Post-operative Care
Gallstone Disease
Vasopressors and Inotropes/Chronotropes
Shock
Elective Admission – ERCP
Elective Admission – Orthopaedics
Laxatives
Fat Embolism
Compartment Syndrome
Surgical Post-operative Complications
Stoma
Diverticular Disease
High Dose Steroid Pre-Treatment Checklist
Acute Surgical Admissions
Level 1 CCU Medical Area
Acute Oncology
STEMI Thrombolysis Protocol
Haemolytic Anaemia
Conversion Charts
Anticipatory ‘As Required’ Medications
Syringe Driver Chart
Scottish Palliative Care Guidelines
Covid-19 Sick Day Rules for Patients with Primary Adrenal Insufficiency
Diabetic Retinopathy
Coming Off Benzodiazepines and “Z” Drugs
Dental Abscess
Facial Trauma – Mandibular Fractures
Facial Trauma – Orbital Fractures
Facial Trauma – Zygoma
Platelet Transfusion
Death Certification
Parenteral Iron in Adults >18 Years
OPAT SBAR (Complex Infections)
Mental Health Liaison Team Referrals
STEMI
Admitting Patients with Tracheostomy/Laryngectomy to DGRI
Emergency Laryngectomy Management
Emergency Tracheostomy Management
Safe Transfer of Patients with Tracheostomy/Laryngectomy within DGRI
Other Tracheostomy Documents
Systemic Anticancer Therapy Toxicity
Haemodialysis Medication Prescribing
Breaking Bad News by Telephone
End of Life Diabetes Care
Adrenal Insufficiency
Serotonin Syndrome
DGRI Referrals
Confirmation of Death
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Pulmonary Embolism
Deep Vein Thrombosis of Lower Extremities
Exacerbation of COPD
Contrast Associated AKI
Paracetamol
Hypertensive Emergencies
Staphylococcus aureus Bacteraemia (SAB)
Rate Control in AF
Common Scenarios
Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis
IV Fluid Prescription in Adults
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Legionnaires Disease
Septic Arthritis
Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Back Pain
Anaesthetics – Unscheduled Procedures Requests
Hyperglycaemia & Steroids
Variable Rate Insulin Infusion
Decompensated Liver Disease
Fast Atrial Fibrillation – ACP
Hyperkalaemia
Contraindications to MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Bleeding with Other Antithrombotics
In-patient Hyperglycaemia Management
Anaemia (Management) – ACP
Suspected NSTEMI – ACP
Guidance on Chaperones
Compulsory Admission and Treatment
Radiology
Immediate Discharge Letter
Alcohol Withdrawal
Fentanyl Patches in the Last Days of Life
Care in the Last Days of Life
Low Molecular Weight Heparin
Interstitial Lung Disease
Haematinic Testing
Thromboprophylaxis for Non-Covid Patients
Lung Cancer
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure
Fluid Replacement in AKI
Death & The Procurator Fiscal
Thrombophilia Screening
Neutropenic Sepsis
Acute Vertigo
Aortic Dissection
Antithrombotics in Hip Fracture
Transient Global Amnesia
Hypomagnesaemia
Hypophosphataemia
Oxygen Therapy
Falls – ACP
Falls
Acute Asthma
Oncology Contact Details & General Advice
Reversal of Warfarin
Lumbar Puncture, Antiplatelet & Anticoagulant Drugs
Antithrombotics & Surgery
Non ST Elevation MI (NSTEMI)
Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome
Antibiotics and the Kidney
Acute Upper GI Bleeding (AUGIB)
Pericardiocentesis
Pleural Effusion
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Acute Diarrhoea
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
Hyperthyroidism
Gout
Giant Cell Arteritis
Pacemakers
Clinical Suspicion PE – ACP
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
Management of Urinary Symptoms
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
SSRI Poisoning
Immobility
Autopsies
Indications for Echocardiography
Bradycardia
Suspected Meningitis
Hypernatraemia
Diarrhoea – ACP
Suspected Meningitis – ACP
Blood Transfusion
Brain Tumours
Newer Antidiabetic Drugs
Parkinson’s Disease
Major Haemorrhage Protocols (DGRI & GCH)
Major Haemorrhage
Stroke Thrombolysis
Pneumothorax – ACP
Heart Failure – ACP
Suspected Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis – ACP
The AMB Score – ACP
Transient Loss of Consciousness (TLOC) – ACP
Bell’s Palsy – ACP
Suspected Sepsis
Lumbar Puncture
Hypokalaemia
Gentamicin Dosing
Transient Loss of Consciousness
Urinary Tract Infection
Urethral Catheterisation
Vancomycin Dosing
Hyponatraemia
Narrow Complex Tachycardia
Hypocalcaemia
New Onset Type 1 Diabetes – ACP
Paracentesis for Tense Ascites – ACP
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension – ACP
Other Funny Turns
Hypoglycaemia
Hypoglycaemia – ACP
Management of Transfusion Reactions
Hypercalcaemia
Haematemesis – ACP
Anti-Platelet Therapy in Coronary Heart Disease
Unfractionated Heparin Infusion
Anaemia (Investigation) – ACP
Delirium
Suspected Seizure – ACP
Headache – ACP
Community Acquired Pneumonia – ACP
Cellulitis
Dyspepsia
Management of Acute AF
Rhythm Control in AF
Atrial Fibrillation
Kidney Transplantation
Massive Pulmonary Embolism
Head and Neck Injury
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Switching from VRII
Insulin Pumps
Diabetes Mellitus
Aspirin
Digoxin Poisoning
Tricyclic Antidepressants
Opiates
Benzodiazepines
Gut Decontamination
Deliberate Self Harm
Acute Liver Failure
Asymptomatic Raised Transaminases (ALT & AST)
Nutritional Support in Adults
Refeeding Syndrome
Parenteral Nutrition
Crohn’s Disease
Acute Pancreatitis
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
Malignant Spinal Cord Compression
Post Splenectomy Sepsis
Ascites in Cirrhosis
Alcohol Related Liver Disease
Hepatitis C
Symptom Control
Suspected Variceal Bleeding
Severe Headache
Status Epilepsy in Adults
Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Functional & Social Assessment
Breathlessness with Abnormal CXR
Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ureteric Colic & Renal Stones
Intravascular Catheter Related Blood Stream Infection
Care of Vascular Access
Urinary Incontinence
Peritoneal Dialysis Related Peritonitis
The First Seizure
Hypertension
Ventricular Tachycardia
Cardiogenic Shock Complicating Acute Coronary Syndrome
Telemetry
The Diabetic Foot
Subcutaneous Insulin
Diabetes and Acute Coronary Syndrome
Hyperosmolar Hyperglycaemic State
Multiple Sclerosis
Coma
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Prescribing Advice on Admission
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Clozapine
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Corticosteroids
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Insulin
Prescribing Advice on Admission – Items Not Prescribed by GP
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