Emergency Services at Touchette Regional Hospital
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Whether
you’ve just experienced a minor injury, a major
accident, or have concerns regarding a serious or chronic
condition, our Emergency Department is ready to help. We
provide treatment to patients with a broad spectrum of
illnesses and injuries that require immediate attention,
some of which are life-threatening.
Touchette
Regional Hospital’s Emergency Departments is open 24
hours a day with on site radiology, laboratory and highly
trained clinicians. Our new electronic medical record
means a reduction in wait times, expedited discharge times
and an improved reporting process to your primary care
physician.
The
Emergency Department at Touchette Regional Hospital is
located at 5900 Bond Avenue, Centreville, IL. The
emergency department is staffed with emergency medicine
physicians, mid-level practitioners, experienced emergency
nurses and committed support staff. Fast Track services
for treatment of less critical conditions are also
provided.
After
patients are evaluated and stabilized, those who are
critically ill have 24-hour access to the hospital
inpatient services.
Fast Track
Emergency Services
Fast
Track is a dedicated treatment area for less serious
illnesses and injuries.
Patients who come to the Touchette Regional
Hospital Emergency Department are evaluated by a triage
nurse. Patients with less urgent issues such as a sprain
or a cut requiring a few stitches will be registered for
the Fast Track area. This
generally offers the patients a shorter wait time but
their care is provided by the same qualified staff with
all the resources of a full service Emergency Department.
Fast Track patients receive the same level of quality,
compassionate care as all of our patients.
Minor
emergencies can include the following:
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Sore
throat
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Sprain,
minor broken bones or dislocation
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Occupational
minor injuries
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Fever,
rashes, colds / flu
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Ear
aches or toothaches
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Minor
lacerations
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Minor
burns
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Allergic
reactions, allergies, asthma
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Insect
bites and stings
Fast Track Location
Fast-track
is located in a separate area adjacent to the emergency
department.
Fast Track Hours
9
a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.
When to Seek Emergency Medical Care
At
Touchette Regional Hospital, we are skilled in treating
all types of emergencies. We recommend you go to an
emergency department if you are experiencing any of the
following conditions:
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Sudden and/or Severe Pain
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Chest Pain or Pressure
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Seizures
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Severe Abdominal Pain
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Fainting
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Difficulty Breathing
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Severe Bleeding
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Sudden Dizziness, Weakness or Change in Vision
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Confusion or Loss of Consciousness
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Severe or Persistent Vomiting
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Weakness on One Side of the Body
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Head Trauma
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Medication Overdose
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Serious Extremity Injuries
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Sudden, Severe Pain Anywhere in the Body
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Coughing or Vomiting Blood
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Suspected Poisoning.
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You can be confident that our talented staff of
emergency professionals stands ready to provide you with
the quality emergency care you need.
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