Using NEWS2 in primary care: enhancing recognition and response to deteriorating patients
Key Points
The aim is to evaluate the applicability of NEWS2 in enhancing patient monitoring in primary care settings.
Assessment of NEWS2's framework in primary care environments.
Comparison of recognition rates before and after NEWS2 implementation.
Training sessions for primary care staff on using NEWS2.
Increased identification of deteriorating patients using NEWS2.
Enhanced response times for interventions in primary care settings.
Abstract
Initially designed for use in acute settings, NEWS2 provides a structured approach to physiological assessment which is also of great use in primary care. By Emma Rickards, Sarah Rust and Laura Rush