Managing non-fatal strangulation in the emergency department

This guide supports clinicians managing adult and paediatric patients who present to the emergency department with non-fatal strangulation.

Non-fatal strangulation is a potentially life-threatening injury. A person may present to the emergency department with this injury following trauma, deliberate self-harm or acts of violence from others.

The guide includes information on:

• assessment
• management
• information sharing and reporting
• discharge and referral
• support organisations and resources.

Download the clinical practice guide - PDF

Non-fatal strangulation facility contact list - PDF - An editable document for facilities to populate with psychosocial and specialist contact details, referral pathways and support details for staff.