Name of the Procedure:

Services Requested on Sundays and Holidays in Addition to Basic Service (Deprecated)

Summary

This is a discontinued medical service that involved providing additional healthcare support and consultations on Sundays and public holidays, beyond the standard care services.

Purpose

The purpose of this procedure was to ensure continuous availability of medical services during weekends and holidays:

• Medical Condition or Problem: Often used for urgent medical consultations and continuity of care during non-working days.
• Goals or Expected Outcomes: To deliver timely medical assistance and avoid delays in treatment, ensuring comprehensive patient care.

Indications

• Symptoms: Acute health issues, chronic condition management, or urgent medical needs that arise during weekends or holidays.
• Patient Criteria: All patients needing medical advice or care during non-working days.

Preparation

• Pre-procedure Instructions: Generally, no specific preparation required unless specified by a healthcare provider.

Procedure Description

1. Initiation: Patient contacts the healthcare provider on a Sunday or holiday.
2. Consultation: Depending on the urgency, the patient may receive a telephone consultation or an in-person visit.
3. Treatment/Advice: Physicians provide necessary treatment or medical advice based on the consultation.
4. Follow-Up: Any required follow-up appointments or referrals are scheduled accordingly.

• Tools and Equipment: Standard medical diagnostic tools, telecommunication devices for remote consultations, and patient medical records.
• Anesthesia or Sedation: Not applicable.

Duration

Typically, the duration varied based on the individual patient's needs, usually ranging from 15 minutes to an hour.

Setting

Offered in various settings depending on the healthcare provider's policy:

• Hospital emergency departments
• Outpatient clinics
• Telemedicine platforms

Personnel

• Physicians
• Nurses
• Administrative staff handling calls and scheduling

Risks and Complications

• Common Risks: None specific to this service.
• Rare Risks: Potential delays in follow-up care due to the availability of specialized services.
• Management: Ensuring proper communication and scheduling follow-up consultations or referrals as needed.

Benefits

• Expected Benefits: Immediate medical support on non-working days, which could be crucial for managing health conditions.
• Realization Time: Immediate to short-term, depending on the nature of the medical issue.

Recovery

• Post-procedure Care: Follow any medical advice given and attend any scheduled follow-up appointments.
• Expected Recovery Time: Dependent on the nature of the medical issue addressed.
• Restrictions: As advised by the healthcare provider.
• Follow-Up Appointments: Scheduled as necessary.

Alternatives

• Other Treatment Options: Visiting emergency rooms or 24-hour urgent care centers.
• Pros and Cons:
  • Emergency Room: Pros include immediate comprehensive care for severe conditions; cons are longer wait times and higher costs.
  • 24-Hour Urgent Care: Pros include quicker service than emergency rooms; cons include limited services compared to hospital facilities.

Patient Experience

• During the Procedure: Generally, a consultation process with a healthcare provider.
• After the Procedure: Patients might experience relief or have clear instructions on managing their condition.
• Pain Management and Comfort: Managed through appropriate medical advice and follow-up instructions.