How to Triage Like a Pro and Prioritize Patients Under Pressure

Colton breaks down what really goes on behind the triage desk — from decoding ESI levels 1–5 to using your gut instincts like the clinical queen (or king 👑) you are. Whether you’re calling shots in the ER or juggling six patients on the floor, triage is part of your everyday nursing DNA.

We’re talking about prioritizing care, trusting your intuition, and knowing when to up-triage — because sometimes that “something feels off” moment can literally save a life. 💉

So grab your coffee, pop in your earbuds, and let’s talk about the organized chaos that is the emergency room. 🚨

>>How to Triage Like a Pro and Prioritize Patients Under Pressure

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[00:01:13] Triaging patients in emergency care.
[00:04:12] Emergency Severity Index Explained.
[00:07:11] Emergency patient triage levels.
[00:10:11] Trusting your medical instincts.
[00:13:41] Fast track area in ER.
[00:16:30] Level 2 Emergency Room Triage.
[00:21:55] Suicidal ideations and triage.
[00:24:33] Triage process in the ER.
[00:28:27] Podcast and healthcare updates.

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