Reasons given by parents (221/465) who had contacted a GP and subsequently attended A&E
| Reason | Number (%)* |
|---|---|
| *Parents were able to provide more than one response. | |
| Direct referral | 175 (79) |
| Wanted second opinion on child’s problem | 40 (18) |
| Child not getting any better | 38 (17) |
| Not happy with GP advice/treatment | 19 (9) |
| Only offered advice over phone | 17 (8) |
| GP unable to see child quickly enough | 15 (7) |
| No confidence in GP | 8 (4) |
| Not prepared to wait for hospital outpatient appointment | 8 (4) |