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Protocols are very much required for ED.Main advantages of Protocols

1)Make things easier and simple and a structured approach to the patient/illness.
2)Protocols make sure that the proven stucture is followed and there is a least chance for medico-legal disputes.
3)Helps a lot in the training.

Protocols are either consensus/evidence based and depends mostly on the peers who run the department.

I think we need a proper triage system before thinking of protocols on ED in India.I hope it is on place in most of the places if not we need a Indian traige scale which will be harbinger for all protocols in future.