CourseEmergency

Care-team communication rules — what belongs in portal vs phone vs ER (Advanced)

Advanced caregiver course clarifying how to choose the right channel: portal message, nurse line, urgent care/ER; includes message templates and red flags

CaregiverCaregiverAdvanced15 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Choose the right communication channel for the situation
  • Write concise portal messages that get faster answers
  • Use phone scripts for urgent issues
  • Recognize emergency red flags that require immediate care

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

0 of 3 answered

Question 1

1. Portal messages work best when short and structured.

Question 2

2. Chest pain and new weakness should be…

Question 3

3. A portal message should include…