1. SCAS referrals for Non-Conveyed Fallers- Guidance for CCT’s on managing
RED for patients:
at risk of admission in 24 hours
with 2 or more falls in last week
With recent symptoms of syncope/blackout
Who cause serious concern to crew – likely to fall again
Crew will leave a telephone message with patient details on team phone requesting urgent assessment
Electronic referral follows via NHS.net mailbox
CCT- Triage and arrange visit to assess within 24 hours
AMBER for patients:
With 2 or more falls in past 6 months
Who have reversible risk factors for falling – preventable re-fallers
Referral via NHS.net mailbox
CCT - should triage and assess patient
GREEN for patients:
With an explained fall or first fall - low risk
Where the crew not unduly concerned about patient
When the referral is for information only, or patient declines intervention by CCT.
Who have non-reversible risk factors e.g. Dementia
Virtual ward admin to send letter, a copy of Staying Steady and info on Steady & Strong classes (if appropriate) to patient and covering letter to GP (templates provided)